The National Parks: America's Best Idea

Captivating Images Showcase the Wonder of National Parks

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Park Foundation and partners are excited to announce the winners of the 2022 Share the Experience photo contest and launch the 2023 contest. The Share the Experience photo contest invites amateur photographers to share photos of their favorite views, moments, memories, and adventures from national parks and public lands across the United States, with safety top of mind.

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  • "America's national parks are home to a tremendous diversity of natural landscapes, wildlife, history and heritage," said Will Shafroth, president and CEO of the National Park Foundation.
  • "Congratulations to this year's contest winners whose images capture the beauty of parks inspired by each photographer's unique personal connection to these places we share."
  • First place: A colorful Eastern Collared Lizard stands out bright and beautiful among the desert landscape of Wupatki National Monument.
  • This photo, captured by Paulette Donnellon, will be featured on the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.

Park Systems Announces the Opening of their New Eastern Regional Applications Lab at Northeastern University in Boston

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

BOSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Park Systems , a world-leading supplier of Atomic Force Microscopes announced the opening of their new Eastern Regional Lab at Northeastern University's 14-acre Innovation Campus in Burlington, MA.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Park Systems , a world-leading supplier of Atomic Force Microscopes announced the opening of their new Eastern Regional Lab at Northeastern University's 14-acre Innovation Campus in Burlington, MA.
  • "We welcome Park Systems joining the vibrant technology ecosystem at Northeastern University's Innovation Campus at Burlington MA," states Peter Boynton, Vice President Northeastern University Innovation Campus at Burlington.
  • "The addition of the Park Systems AFM Applications Lab will enhance research and technology innovation among faculty, industry and government labs co-located here on the Innovation Campus."
  • Park Systems offers a complete line of AFM systems with advanced imaging modes that meet the application requirements of today's technology researchers.

Canada Offers Nature to Americans With Their Canada ℞efresh Program

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Studies show that time in nature has endless health benefits—both physically and mentally. From the longest coastline and the highest tides in the world, to iconic mountains and spectacular wildlife, where better to seek nature than in Canada?

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  • Starting today, Canada is making it easier for Americans to take some time for themselves and experience the beauty and diversity of the National Parks across Canada thanks to the Canada efresh Program, which includes:
    Parks Canada Discovery Pass Giveaway*: Canada is giving away 4,000 year-long passes ($113 value) to Americans that include access to over 80 destinations across Canada's diverse natural scenery.
  • Dream Nature Sabbatical*: One lucky American will receive a sabbatical worth $20,000 to see the power of parks in action.
  • "I'm excited that so many Americans will get to experience the incredible natural environment of Canada," said Dr. Lem.
  • "Research demonstrates the wide-ranging health benefits of increased nature contact, and I am proud to support the Canada efresh program in bringing a healthy and restorative experience to so many people."

Awe-Inspiring Images Capture the Wonder of National Parks

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

WASHINGTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Park Foundation and partners are excited to announce the winners of the 2021 Share the Experience photo contest and launch the 2022 contest. The Share the Experience photo contest invites amateur photographers to submit their favorite views, moments, memories, and adventures from national parks and public lands across the United States, with safety top of mind.

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  • "The winning photos capture the imagination and inspire wonder,"said Will Shafroth, president and CEO of the National Park Foundation.
  • "Congratulations to this year's contest winners whose park experiences and captivating images invite people to connect with the natural beauty and history preserved in national parks."
  • The peaceful blue sky overlooks Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks as a rocky mountain peak seems to pierce the sky in this scenic photograph.
  • The National Park Foundation works to protect wildlife and park lands, preserve history and culture, educate and engage youth, and connect people everywhere to the wonder of parks.

PULSE ISSUES HISTORIC CALL FOR AMERICANS TO COME TOGETHER THIS JUNE TO 'MAKE JESUS KNOWN' at TOGETHER '22

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MINISTRY INVITES PEOPLE ACROSS THE COUNTRY TO GATHER AT THE COTTON BOWL STADIUM IN DALLAS ON JUNE 24-25TH ECHOING EXPLO '72 HELD IN SAME VENUE 50 YEARS PRIOR

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  • Since Hall first launched his ministry, God has continued to movefilling stadiums in the United States and massive squares abroad.
  • "Imagine bus loads of people being sent home with the plans, resources, and connections to shake their communities for Jesus."
  • Since then, Pulse has seen 318 million people impacted by the Gospel and two million people have responded to Jesus through their initiatives.
  • Pulse is a prayer and evangelism movement on mission to empower the Church and make Jesus known.

Rand McNally Makes Journeys Better with the 99th Edition of the Road Atlas

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022

CHICAGO, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rand McNally, a leader in connected vehicle technology, navigation and mapping, today announced the availability of the 99th Edition of its iconic Road Atlas. Rand McNally continues to create and support an annual edition of the beloved Road Atlas for legions of travelers who prefer large-scale mapping.

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  • CHICAGO, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rand McNally , a leader in connected vehicle technology, navigation and mapping, today announced the availability of the 99th Edition of its iconic Road Atlas .
  • Rand McNally continues to create and support an annual edition of the beloved Road Atlas for legions of travelers who prefer large-scale mapping.
  • "It's not surprising that road trips rebounded so quickly," said Aaron Dannenbring, CEO of Rand McNally.
  • It is also very useful as an aid for those impromptu stops along the way"
    The Rand McNally Road Atlas, whichhas helped guide generations of travelers, has gained new fans of road travel in recent years.

NFT Collector buys all 63 National Parks NFTs

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Monday, April 11, 2022

National Parks NFT sold out their 4.8K collection in 7 minutes back in January as club membership for national park superfans.

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  • National Parks NFT sold out their 4.8K collection in 7 minutes back in January as club membership for national park superfans.
  • One collector decided to go all-in, buying an NFT for each of the 63 national parks - investing over $30,000 for this achievement.
  • The National Parks NFT team quickly organized a Twitter Spaces event to interview the collector who goes by the nickname "AKL". "
  • The National Parks NFT artwork show the unique features of the National Parks.

St. Andrews Country Club Play for P.I.N.K. Events Raise $125,000 With More than 350 Club Members Participating in Multi-Sports Competitions

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Monday, March 28, 2022

BOCA RATON, Fla., March 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From women's tennis and pickleball to women's and men's golf tournaments, more than 350 St. Andrews Country Club members took to the courts and fairways in its 2022 Play for P.I.N.K. events that raised more than $125,000 to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. According to St. Andrews Country Club members Serena Werber and Carin Boris who co-chaired the events, this is the 16th year that the Club has "turned play into serious support" for the Play for P.I.N.K. (Prevention, Immediate diagnosis, New technology, Knowledge) mission to speed advances in breast cancer detection, treatment, and survivorship.

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  • From women's tennis and pickleball to women's and men's golf tournaments, more than 350 St. Andrews Country Club members took to the courts and fairways in its 2022 Play for P.I.N.K.
  • According to St. Andrews Country Club members Serena Werber and Carin Boris who co-chaired the events, this is the 16th year that the Club has "turned play into serious support" for the Play for P.I.N.K.
  • organization, the co-chairs and committee for the St. Andrews Country Club's event spent several months planning the diverse sports initiative.
  • ( https://www.playforpink.org/ ) initiative supports thousands of volunteers nationwide, such as St. Andrews Country Club membership, as they raise funds for research through sporting and lifestyle events.

Genasys Inc. to Participate in Best Ideas Virtual Investor Conference

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Thursday, January 13, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in critical communications systems and solutions that help protect and keep people safe, today announced that Richard Danforth, Chief Executive Officer, and Dennis Klahn, Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to participate in the 2nd Annual Best Ideas Virtual Conference being held February 8 - 11, 2022.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in critical communications systems and solutions that help protect and keep people safe, today announced that Richard Danforth, Chief Executive Officer, and Dennis Klahn, Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to participate in the 2nd Annual Best Ideas Virtual Conference being held February 8 - 11, 2022.
  • Management is scheduled to host a group presentation Tuesday, February 8 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time and participate in one-on-one meetings with investors registered to attend the conference on Thursday, February 10, and Friday, February 11.
  • For more information, or to register for the Best Ideas virtual conference and schedule a meeting, please use the link provided here: https://microcaprodeo.com/ .
  • The Company's unified critical communications platform includes Genasys Emergency Management (GEM) software-as-a-service, Integrated Mass Notification Systems (IMNS), Zonehaven emergency evacuation resources, National Emergency Warning Systems (NEWS), LRAD long-range voice broadcast systems, and more.

Providing Better Personal Waste Management Products and Solutions, American Innotek, Inc. Acquires Phillips Environmental Products dba Cleanwaste

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

OCEANSIDE, Calif. and BELGRADE, Mont., Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --American Innotek, Inc., a manufacturer of quality personal portable lavatory products via their RESTOP brand, today formally announced their acquisition of Phillips Environmental Products dba Cleanwaste, a manufacturer of quality personal waste management products.

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  • OCEANSIDE, Calif. and BELGRADE, Mont., Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --American Innotek, Inc., a manufacturer of quality personal portable lavatory products via their RESTOP brand, today formally announced their acquisition of Phillips Environmental Products dba Cleanwaste, a manufacturer of quality personal waste management products.
  • "Joining the American Innotek family makes sense we share the same vision for category transformation and passion for product design.
  • Cleanwaste is a manufacturer of personal waste management products, including the original WAG bag, the GO Anywhere Portable Toilet, the Pee Wee and Sani Bags.
  • Our focus on providing quality, personal waste products for the environmentally conscious ensures we care for our customers personal waste needs in a responsible manner, regardless of their physical location.