A Golden Opportunity
Valles Caldera is one of the world’s most intriguing geological
formations, yet private ownership and restrictive access have kept this
marvel off-limits to most.
By Kelly Bastone
A dormant super-volcano, Valles Caldera is one of the world’s most intriguing geological formations, yet private ownership and restrictive access have kept this marvel off-limits to most. But if it becomes a national park, all of that could change. Watch the five-minute video below to experience Valles Caldera’s stunning landscapes and listen to an interview with the preserve’s director of science education.
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This article appears in the Fall 2010 issue.
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