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    • The Forest Returns

    What happens when a landslide fills an entire valley? Scientists are documenting the fascinating story of the physical and biological transformation of the valley and establishment of a future forest.

    Peter Frenzen, Forest Ecologist

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    The Mount St. Helens Science and Learning Center is a collaborative effort of the Mount St. Helens Institute and the U.S. Forest Service, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. Our mission is to connect people with nature through science, the arts and adventure recreation.

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