The Skunkbush Sumac forms pedestals by binding gypsum sandgrains into a hard and compact mass around its roots, branches and trunk.

Meetings in New Mexico April 10 - 12/2012

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April 30th 2012
Every European who comes back from the USA tells us how friendly the Americans are. And indeed the people we meet here are friendly, helpfull and open. Everyone welcomes you with a smile and a 'Hi, how are you doing today?' We know now we have to smile back and answer 'I am fine and how are you?' The next question is almost always: 'Where are you from?' We answer: 'From ... read more

North America » United States » New Mexico

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more