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Includes information about the region's natural environment; as well as scientific activities specific to Georgia. Look in the appropriate county or locality for location-specific sites.

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Georgia's Spectacular Waterfalls and Caverns Southwest Georgia (the "Wiregrass" area), located in Grady County and adjoining Decatur County and includes several natural wonders, caves and waterfalls. www.geocities.com/~rewoodham/Glory/index.html

Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary One of the largest near shore live-bottom reefs of the southeastern United States. The sanctuary is located 32 kilometers (17.5 nautical miles) off Sapelo Island, Georgia and encompasses 58 square kilometers (17 sq. nautical miles) of live-bottom habitat. www.graysreef.nos.noaa.gov

Okefenokee Joe Known across the world as an expert in field herpetology, and a fascinating wildlife interpreter, he is an active and dedicated supporter of a clean, healthy and productive Planet Earth. www.okefenokeejoe.com

Civilian Conservation Corps The story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and details about their work in north Georgia. ngeorgia.com/feature/ccc.html

Southeast Georgia Wildlife Wildlife found in Southeast Georgia, USA www.angelfire.com/ga/fasdawg/index.html

Georgia Museum of Natural History Site includes information on the museum, tours, educational programs, exhibits, events and scientific collections. museum.nhm.uga.edu

Geology of Georgia Introduction, with numerous illustrations, definitions, and related web links. www.gly.uga.edu/GAGeology.html

Georgia Regional Water Planning and Policy Center Provides resources regarding water allocation and water shortage problems. www.h2opolicycenter.org

The Georgia Conservancy Seeks to improve air and water quality, preserve green space, and provide wild places. Includes calendar of events. www.georgiaconservancy.org

Wildlife Resources Division Information on hunting, fishing, non-game animals and plants, boating. georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us

Georgia Exotic Pest Plant Council Information about the adverse effects exotic pest plants have on the diversity plants and animals native to Georgia. www.gaeppc.org

Giff Beaton's Site Guide to the dragonflies and damselflies of Georgia, birding links and information, and other nature topics and photos. www.giffbeaton.com

Georgia Interfaith Power & Light Seeks to engage communities of faith as stewards of God's Creation by promoting energy conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy and related sustainable practices. Provides links. www.gipl.org

Chattooga Conservancy Works to protect, promote, and restore the natural ecological integrity of the Chattooga River watershed ecosystem. www.chattoogariver.org

Georgia Wildlife and History Videos A comprehensive list of videos produced by Georgia Department of Natural Resources for purchase and rental. Posts mission, categories of material and feedback form. https://georgiastore.org/store/gavideo.aspx?db=parks.live&fo=1

Keep Georgia Beautiful Works to protect and improve the environment. www.keepgeorgiabeautiful.org

Scenic Georgia State-wide, membership-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting natural beauty and distinctive community character. An affiliate of Scenic America. www.scenicgeorgia.org

USGS Water Resources of Georgia Information dealing with differing aspects of Georgia's water supply from the US Geological Survey. ga.water.usgs.gov

American Chestnut Foundation Organization working to bring back the American chestnut to the forests of Georgia. Provides mission and membership information. gatacf.org