Factors influencing campground and unit choice in the Prescott National Forest, Arizona
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Wallner, Michael DavidIssue Date
1978Keywords
Forest reserves -- Recreational use -- Arizona -- Prescott National Forest.Camp sites, facilities, etc. -- Public use -- Arizona -- Prescott National Forest.
Prescott National Forest (Ariz.)
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M.S.Degree Level
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Renewable Natural ResourcesGraduate College
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