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Take Pride in America® is a national partnership program authorized by Congress to promote the appreciation and stewardship of public lands. Take Pride is active in all fifty states, has partnerships with public, private, and nonprofit organizations, and features Clint Eastwood as national spokesman.

Take Pride encourages citizen stewardship through an innovative public awareness campaign and an interactive website that showcases volunteer opportunities at natural and cultural sites.

Secretary Dirk Kempthorne Honors 2008 National Take Pride in America® Award Winners

Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne recognized the 2008 Take Pride in America National Award recipients at a ceremony Friday, July 18 in Washington, D.C. (Washington, D.C.)-- Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne recognized the 2008 Take Pride in America National Award recipients at a ceremony Friday, July 18 in Washington, D.C. Individuals and groups from across the country were recognized for their outstanding contributions to local, state, and federal public lands. This year, there were fifteen National Award winners representing twelve states and the District of Columbia.

“This is a remarkable group of volunteers,” Secretary Kempthorne said. “These men and women have left lasting legacies of service on our public lands, and truly show the impact that a committed group of volunteers can make on the environment and lands around them.”

Take Pride in America Executive Director Katie Loovis joined Secretary Kempthorne in presenting the awards, and Clint Eastwood, Take Pride spokesman, addressed the audience via a recorded message.

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