Everglades National Park

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Everglades National Park stretches for over 1.5 million acres with almost 1.3 million acres are classified as wilderness. An estimated 20,000 to 50,000 American alligators are found in the park. The park also serves as the home of 14 endangered animal species.

Florida, National parks and reserves, National parks, Parks, Everglades National Park, Florida

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From rails to trails

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Bicycle and hiking trails that used to be railroads are a great way to travel because they are relatively flat, offer scenic views and are often near historic sites and hotels. A bicycle trip along the Katy Trail State Park in Missouri is described.

Innovations, Missouri, Bicycle touring, Trails

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The lure of the rails

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Ten great rail journeys around the world are sampled and described. The trips include the Royal Scotsman, the South African Rovos Rail, the Bernina Express, the Sierra Madre Express, Amtrak's Adirondack and the Orient Express.

Evaluation, Personal narratives, Railroad travel, Railroads, Narrow-gage, Narrow gauge railroads

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