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  • April 25

    Tulip Garden Update: April 25, 1997

    Here's the latest snapshot of spring's journey north, as told by your gardens. Special thanks to Macalester College student Uriah McKinney for preparing these maps!

    Why do you suppose the garden in Scotland has bloomed so much earlier than those in North America at the same latitude? If you think you know, send a note to: jnorth@learner.org

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    And here's the latest news from Journey North gardens:

    Note:
    If your garden is not listed properly, be sure to report news from your garden according to these instructions:

    How to REPORT:
    On the left-hand side of this page you'll see an owl button. Simply press the button and a FIELD DATA FORM will appear. If you have any trouble using this system, send a message to our feedback form We'd be happy to help you!

    Spring's Last Stop
    There's still time to place your guess:

    Challenge Question # 8
    "When do you predict the Journey North tulip garden in Utsjoki, Finland will bloom?" (69.90 N, 26.90 W)

    How to Respond to Journey North Tulip Challenge Question # 8

    1. Address an e-mail message to: jn-challenge-tulip@learner.org
    2. In the Subject Line of your message write: Challenge Question # 8
    3. In the body of the message, answer the question above.

    Don't Forget!
    Please include the name of your school and your location so we can credit you properly for your answers.

    The Next Tulip Garden Update Will be Posted on May 9, 1997.