Postings on the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in Southern Arizona and on the history of the CCC in general. The CCC was a federal program during the 1930s and 1940s to employ young men in conservation projects throughout the country. In Southern Arizona, they worked on soil conservation, range management, forest maintenance, and development of public parks.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Fourth Annual Civilian Conservation Corps Recognition Day
The Fourth Annual Civilian Conservation Corps Recognition Day will be held on April 13, 2013 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Saguaro National Park West in Tucson, AZ! This year is the 80th anniversary of the CCC, and Recognition Day honors the significant achievements and enduring legacy of the CCC program and the CCC boys. The event will feature presentations by CCC historians, information tables staffed by organizations and individuals knowledgeable about the CCC, photo displays, and living history presentations. A schedule of presentations and events will be forthcoming in January. For more information, contact Sharon at sharon@wordhunting.com.
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