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Natalie Middleton
Science writer and fact-checker who researched and tells the story of the Apollo 14 'Moon Trees' and compiled a map of their locations.
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Oct 2, 2025
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The Travelers: How Moon Trees Hide Among Us
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In this engaging discussion, Natalie Middleton, a science writer and fact-checker, unveils the whimsical journey of Apollo 14's 'Moon Trees.' A quirky combination of astronautic adventure and environmentalism, the story begins with astronaut Smokey Roosa's decision to take tree seeds to the moon in 1971. After nearly being forgotten, these seeds sprouted across the U.S., leading to a rediscovery when a curious third grader stumbled upon a Moon Tree. Natalie shares her emotional visit to one and highlights her interactive map that helps others locate these celestial trees.
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