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Congratulations to Piedmont Regional Greenway, Winner of our 2008 “Vote for Land” sponsored by Patagonia and Great Outdoor Provision Co.

When the “polls” closed at 12 noon June 6th, Piedmont Regional Greenway was the winner of the $3000 grant from Patagonia. Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2008 “Vote for Land” event. We had nearly 13,000 people participate in the voting. Very exciting to see such a passionate response to preserve open space in our State. The votes cast produced the following results:

• The Piedmont Regional Greenway - 4003
• Rocky Fork - 3806
• Pond Mountain - 2750
• The Terra Nova Center - 879
• Town Creek Riparian Forest - 487
• Tar River Paddle Trail - 476
• First Island, Deep River - 324

Join us today, Saturday, June 7th for Land Trust Day as we donate 10% of our sales to local land trusts. Volunteer opportunities to work on area trails can be found HERE

Please support these Land Trust Day 2008 Business Partners in the the Triangle region by shopping with them this Saturday, June 7

Great Outdoor Provision Co, Raleigh (9 locations across NC) - donating 10% of sales
Anders Natural Soap Co., Raleigh - donating 5% of sales
Barnes Supply Company, Durham - donating 5% of sales
Bean Traders, Chapel Hill and Durham - donating 15% of sales
Cozy, Durham - donating 15% of sales
Flanders Art Gallery, Raleigh - donating 10% of sales
French Connections, Pittsboro - donating 10% of sales
Harmony Farms, Raleigh - Business Partner donation
Ornamentea, Raleigh - donating 5% of sales
The Play House Toy Store, Durham - donating 15% of sales
The Regulator Bookshop, Durham - donating 5% of sales
Townsend Bertram & Company, Carrboro - Business Partner donation
Twig, Chapel Hill - donating 10% of sales
Vaguely Reminiscent, Durham - donating 15% of sales
Wild Bird Center of Chapel Hill - donating 10% of sales

For more details, visit: landtrustday.com/partners

What is a Land Trust?

A land trust/conservancy is a nonprofit organization that actively works to conserve land by undertaking or assisting in direct land transactions. Primarily the purchase or acceptance of donations of land or conservation easements. There are 23 land trusts in North Carolina working to save the places you love by protecting our ecological diversity, water quality and open space.

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Asheville, NC, June 4th, 2008 —
 
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance and Post Cereal are partnering to benefit American Forests’ Global ReLeaf Program.  In a joint effort, Post will donate $50,000 to American Forests-enough to plant 50,000 trees in 2008.  The partnership brings together the effort of 34 independent retailers across 22 states to lend support to the program.

The effort is highlighted in Grassroots’ member stores across the country in conjunction with the launch of Post’s new Cranberry Vanilla cereal. Customers will receive samples of the new cereal and learn more about getting involved with the American Forests restoration program in each location.  American Forests is a world leader in planting trees for environmental restoration, a pioneer in the science and practice of urban forestry, and a primary communicator of the benefits of trees and forests. The joint effort is kicking off this weekend with National Trails Day and Land Trust events at Grassroots’ retailers throughout the U.S. 

Grassroots President, Dave Matz says of the partnership, “We were approached by Post to help them develop a conservation program in all of our member locations, and we are excited for the opportunity.” About the restoration initiative, Matz says, “We are committed to supporting conservation efforts, and helping companies do their part for the environment.  Post has pledged to donate $50,000 to plant trees via Global ReLeaf, and we are happy to be the leaders helping them coordinate this outreach.”

For more information on the Global ReLeaf Program and to support local Grassroots’ members, please visit, www.americanforests.org and www.grassrootsoutdoors.com  

About American Forests

American Forests works to protect, restore and enhance the natural capital of trees and forests. Healthy forests filter water, remove air pollution, sequester carbon, and provide homes for wildlife. Help plant trees to restore areas damaged by wildfire, where critical wildlife habitat has been lost, and to clean our air and water.

http://americanforests.org/

About Post
Post Cereal is part of the Kraft Foods Brand. Kraft supports organizations that promote health and wellness in the communities where we live and do business.
http://www.kraftbrands.com/trailmixcrunch/

Yvon Chouinard (Founder of Patagonia) is a featured speaker on the Wall Street Journal’s “Forward Thinking”

“Mountain climber, environmental activist and owner of Patagonia, Yvon Chouinard is in business to change the way that business is done.”

» Wall Street Journal Feature

Join us June 7, 2008 for our Annual Land Trust Day

10% of Sales Donated to LOCAL LAND TRUSTS:

• Catawba Lands Conservancy
• Piedmont Land Conservancy
• Triangle Land Conservancy
• NC Coastal Land Trust

» National Trails Day events

» FMST Trail events across the state

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On a cool sunny summer morning I sit with a group of people intently listening to Joe Noble. Joe, Tournament Director for the King’s Cup III Disc Golf Tournament, speaks of sportsmanship, rules of play, and generally gets the crowd excited about the two days of grueling disc golf we are about to endure. After Joe finishes, everyone heads to their starting hole and begins the first round of play.

The King’s Cup is in its third year and has continued to overfill its registration capacity of 90. Thanks to the hard work of Joe Noble and the entire Kinston Disc Golf Club the tournament has been a huge success, bringing recognition to the sport and bring people together from all over North Carolina.

Located at Barnet Park, the course weaves in and out of both a beautiful forested area and a well-maintained sports complex. The brainchild of Harold Duvall, Innova’s signature disc golf course designer, the course is one of the best in Eastern North Carolina and continues to challenge people of all skill levels.

For me, the King’s Cup has always been a time to relax, slow down and enjoy the company of fellow disc golfers. I don’t go to win awards or get recognized for my outstanding disc golf ability, but to spend time with friends share stories and enjoy the outdoors with people from across this great state. Just as the game of golf is known as “the great equalizer” so is the sport of disc golf. No matter your age or ability everyone is welcome and everyone is treated as top-notch players.

The tournament ended late Sunday afternoon with a basket toss and awards ceremony. I ended up improving my score 18 strokes after the first day of play, a personal best. As always, this tournament brings out the best in me. I leave feeling invigorated, uplifted, and ready to tackle new challenges. It shows me things within myself I did not know I had. I meet new friends and accomplish new goals. If you would like to learn more about the King’s Cup or the disc golf in Kinston, please visit: www.kinstondiscgolf.com.

Happy Golfing,
Stephen W.
Greenville Shop