The Civilian Conservation Corps in Wisconsin

Nature’s Army at Work

By: Jerry Apps

Narrated by: Kevin Meyer

Between 1933 and 1942, the Civilian Conservation Corps, a popular New Deal relief program, was at work across America. During the Great Depression, young men lived in rustic CCC camps planting trees, cutting trails, and reversing the effects of soil erosion. In his latest book, acclaimed environmental writer Jerry Apps presents the first comprehensive history of the CCC in Wisconsin. Apps guides listeners around the state, from the Northwoods to the Driftless Area, creating a map of where and how more than 125 CCC camps left indelible marks on the landscape. Captured in rich detail as well are the voices of the CCC boys, who by preserving Wisconsin’s natural beauty, not only discovered purpose in their labor, but founded an enduring legacy of environmental stewardship.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2019 Jerold W. Apps (P)2022 State Historical Society of Wisconsin

CCC camps

This book was very educational for me. I never realized what the boys/men all did. I hunted and fished in some of the places, and it felt like I was there. The narration was easy to hear and understand. Thank you all!