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Polartec Awards Appalachian State Outdoor Programs $10,000

Tuesday, December 14th, 2010
Polartec, the leading global manufacturer of performance fabrics, announced this week Appalachian State University as the winner of its Made Possible College Challenge. The contest, which began in early October, was aimed at promoting collegiate outdoor programs, with the winner receiving a $10,000 grant and Polartec apparel.

After accepting submissions from around the country in early October, and narrowing the finalists to four on November 1st, the results were then left up to the public. After three weeks and over 28,000 votes, Appalachian State University officially won the contest, coming out just ahead of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, the University of Idaho, and Middlebury College, respectively.

“We can't express enough how generous it is of Polartec to support university outdoor programs in this way,” said Rich Campbell, Associate Director of Outdoor Programs at Appalachian State. “Each of the finalists offer outstanding opportunities for students and presented inspiring ideas for this award. We at Appalachian State University Outdoor Programs are thrilled to win the award and we are blown away by all the support we have received from so many people. It is a tribute to the spirit we have at Appalachian State University and is a testament to the value of outdoor adventures and programs.”

This $10,000 money will serve as the starting point for a permanent Outdoor Programs Scholarship Fund at the university in Boone, NC.

Here's a video that Appalachian State produced as part of the contest:

Appalachian State University Outdoor Programs - Polartec "Made Possible" Challenge Video from Jessica Abt on Vimeo.




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Jeff
HikingintheSmokys.com

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The GSMA is looking for suggestions

Saturday, April 3rd, 2010
The Great Smoky Mountains Association is in the process of scheduling outdoor activities and they're looking for some input from you on what YOU would recommend for a great outdoor program. What are YOUR interests... including topics for indoor programs?

Birding, history hikes, wildflower walks, salamander forays? Have a favorite trail you'd like to visit again, but with an interpretive guide? The possibilities are endless, limited only to the imagination!

Pass on suggestions by calling Judy at 865-436-7318 ext. 222 or Marti at ext. 254 or e-mail Judy at Judy@GSMAssoc.org. The GSMA can't promise they'll honor your request, but they'll do their best.

You can also use the same contact information if you're interested in volunteering at GSMA or the Wildflower Pilgrimage events. There may be times when a helping hand would be a welcomed asset.


Jeff
HikingintheSmokys.com Detailed information on trails in the Smoky Mountains; includes trail descriptions, key features, pictures, video, maps, elevation profiles, news, and more.

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