Emigrating to America in 1849 from Scotland, Explorer and Naturalist John Muir was responsible for establishing Yosemite as a National Park. Mr. Muir is pictued on the California State Quarter issued in 2005. In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.
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I just finished a book on Alaska in which John Muir was endlessly quoted. What are the odds?
Yes, John Muir was instrumental to the exploration of Alaska. Many believe his discoveries gave rise to Alaska being considered and ultimately becoming part of the Union.
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