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Yosemite's Evergreen Lodge

For parents looking to introduce their children to the great outdoors this summer, the Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite is offering an evening Kid's Program beginning in June for children ages 5-12. While the program enables kids to experience the outdoors with nature explorations, educational hikes and treasure hunts, it allows parents the freedom to explore the Yosemite area or enjoy a bit of private time at the Lodge.

In addition to the above activities, the Kid's Program includes dinner with dessert, arts and crafts projects, plaza and board games, and movies. The daily cost of the program is $40 per child including dinner or $25 without dinner.

As the only property in Yosemite with an onsite professional guide service, Evergreen Lodge offers a classic 'back to nature' experience for families with unsurpassed year-round recreation and activities. The Lodge features 50 new, fully-furnished cabins. Families can enjoy walking tours, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, and wildlife viewing. Visit www.evergreenlodge.com.

PRESS RELEASE: ABOUT-CALIFORNIA SAFE SCHOOLS

CALIFORNIA SAFE SCHOOLS (NON-PROFIT)
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SCHOOL PESTICIDE REFORM COALITION!

Did you know that both the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Academy of Sciences have voiced concern about the dangers that pesticides pose to children? A California law now gives you the right to be notified before your child's school uses a pesticide. Protect your child's health by calling your school today to request pesticide notification. Learn about the problems with pesticides and safer options from the School Pesticide Reform Coalition at http://www.nopoison.org or at 1-888-NO-POISON.

For more information contact: Robina Suwol, Executive Director, CALIFORNIA SAFE SCHOOLS http://www.calisafe.org California Non-profit Children's Environmental Health Organization!

PRESS RELEASE – NEW AMERICAN DREAM

American Consumers Press Automakers for More Fuel-Efficent Hybrids

The center for a New American Dream launches contest inviting thousands of Americans to be heard. At a time of thinning wallets from high gas prices and rising alarm over global warming, a growing number of Americans are lining up at their local car dealers for the latest hybrid electric cars. Accelerating into the mainstream, fuel-efficient hybrids are no longer – as many automakers have portrayed them – just a boutique item.

Demand is outstripping supply to such a degree that some consumers are waiting up to nine months for a hybrid. In response to growing frustration with the long waits and an eagerness for fuel-efficient choices that fit a variety of needs, the Center for a New American Dream is launching a campaign to convince automakers to deliver more hybrid vehicles to the market. Unlike some campaigns, this one doesn't focus on attacking the companies but on organizing their customers! The Center is generating thousands of letters to the auto manufacturers and offering a free hybrid car to the American citizen who comes up with a campaign slogan that will encourage automakers to increase production of hybrids in the U.S. and give consumers more choices. Amateur sloganeers can visit www.newdream.org/prius and take their best shot at crafting the winning entry. The author of the most clever and creative slogan, as determined by an independent panel of judges, will receive a 2005 Toyota Prius.

The Center for a New American Dream helps Americans consume responsibly to protect the environment, enhance quality of life, and promote social justice.