Three Histories are Published in July 2005

A Celebration of the Centennial in the Pacific Southwest Region

Fire in the Forest

A History of Forest Fire Control on the National Forests in California, 1898-1956

• Researched and written by Robert W. Cermak, former Deputy Regional Forester in Region 5.
• 442 Pages; 9 Maps; 37 Historical Photos; index
• Available in July 2005.

The Ever-Changing View

A History of the National Forests in California

• Researched and written by Anthony Godfrey, Ph.D.
• 676 Pages; 7 Maps; 174 Historical Photos; index
• Available in July 2005.

The Lure of the Forest

Oral Histories from the National Forests in California

The Oral Histories were collected by more than 35 retirees. This is the first of possibly three volumes that will be culled from the interviews with retirees.

• Compiled and given introduction and context by Professor Vic Geraci, University of California, Berkeley.
• 204 Pages; 2 Maps; 33 Historical Photos, plus current photos of the 36 Interviewees
• Available in July 2005.

Additional Information

The books are not items that the Forests can sell. Alternatives to Forest Service distribution are:

• A number of Forest Interpretive Associations have the books for sale. Contact your nearest Forest Office for assistance.