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Commemorative story book in the printing process.
November 23, 2009
100 Years, 100 Stories: A View Inside Glacier National Park
As you know, our commemorative story book is on schedule for a December 1st release through the Glacier Association. I thought it might be interesting to share some insights of how this book came to be and share some photos from our press check. It's powerful to watch a project of this magnitude come together.
It all started with a conversation in the carpool to work from Whitefish. We often share stories of our weekend adventures on Monday mornings. We share, we laugh, and recollect old times. I thought to myself, gosh- what a neat idea this would be for the centennial.
Well, the project launched in December 2008 with a call for stories, poems, and photos. Over a four month window we received over 200 stories from individuals located all over the country and from several other countries.
Through the Centennial Program, we pulled together a selection committee and a 'light-editing' committee. These folks read as the stories streamed in, keeping in mind the guidelines for submitting a story, our mission: Celebrate the rich history of preservation, Inspire personal connections and partnerships, and Engage future stewards.
We selected 100 stories that captured 'A View Inside Glacier National Park.' First time visitors or visitor experiences was the most popular recurring theme. We have stories from land owners and people who grew up beneath these peaks. We selected stories from employees who work here year round and stories from seasonals. And we chose stories that aspired to make a toast to the park's 100th birthday-- all the while helping us move into the second century of Glacier.
Step 4 was to design the layout and cover. Glacier National Park Interpretive Specialist Bill Hayden assisted greatly in this task. We moved files around, saved them centrally, and worked on three separate computers. We hung proofs on the walls of headquarters, we changed colors and leading, and we mounted quotes on a historic backdrop (among a million other things!!!)
The final stretch was working with the printers. Signing off on proofs and learning about the production: matte vs. gloss, 50 lb vs. 80 lb weight paper, stitched vs. perfect binding.
We are anxious to share the book with everyone! We hope you can join the Glacier Association and Glacier National Park at the unveiling reception on December 12, 2009 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at their new office in Columbia Falls, 402 9th Street West.
Enjoy!
Kass Hardy, Centennial Coordinator
November 15, 2009
November eNews
Check out our November ! Highlights for November and upcoming Highlights for December include:
- 100 Years, 100 Stories: A View Inside Glacier National Park will be ready December 1, 2009! A special reception is being hosted at the Glacier Association and Glacier National Park Fund Office in Columbia Falls on December 12, 2009 from 11 am- 3 pm.
- Columbia Falls is hosting a Glacier Centennial Night of Lights-- 1910 style on December 4, 2009.
- Whitefish is hosting a Glacier Centennial Christmas Stroll on December 11, 2009.
- The Belton Chalet will kick off the New Years on December 31, 2009 with a Belton Centennial evening-- including circa 1900 music, food, and flare!
- Several centennial partners have launched eStores with centennial commemorative products!
As a reminder-- details for all of the activities can be found on the Glacier Centennial calendar. In addition, there are CLICKABLE LINKS throughout the eNewsletter!
We hope to see many of you at upcoming activities!
October 14, 2009
Our Latest eNews!
Check out the Glacier Centennial Highlights for October, through our monthly .
- The Glacier Association is in the midst of hosting their annual student postcard contest. The theme for 2009 is Glacier' Centennial mission: Celebrate, Inspire, Engage. Please help us spread the word about this exciting opportunity for young folks. Due: October 31, 2009.
- The Montana Historical Society, in partnership with Glacier National Park is unveiling a centennial exhibit, Land of Many Stories at the Museum in Helena on November 5, 2009. This exhibit was made possible by the generosity of the Glacier National Park Fund and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation.
- The Official Centennial Art has moved to The History Museum in Great Falls!
September 25, 2009
Glacier National Park Invites Students to Celebrate, Inspire, and Engage Through Art for a Postcard Contest
Glacier National Park’s Education Program and the Glacier Association are again sponsoring a postcard contest for K-12 students. As Glacier approaches its 100th anniverary, the focus for this year’s contest relates to the Centennial themes of "Celebrate, Inspire, and Engage." In particular, to "engagement" as the next 100 years of Glacier’s future depends on the participation of today’s youth in helping to protect and preserve park resources.
The purpose of the poscard contest is to promote learning and stewardship of Glacier National Park through the creation of messages from local students to future Glacier National Park visitors. First place winning entries in each category will be made into postcards to be given to the visiting public at Glacier Association bookstores throughout the park.
Winners will be announced by the end of November. The first place winning entry in each category will receive a Glacier Association gift certificate for $25 and be made into a free postcard to be handed out at Association sales areas. The second place winner will receive a $15 gift certificate. Third place and honorable mention entries in each category will receive a book from the Association.
The Glacier Association is a non-profit cooperating association of the National Park Service. Glacier Association helps to support Glacier National Park’s educational, interpretive, cultural and scientific program needs.
For complete details, see: .
September 23, 2009
Setting the Stage- Describing the Crown Region
It was another successful evening for the Flathead Valley Community College, the hosts of the second Centennial Crown of the Continent Lecture Series. Presented by Geography Department Chairman Dr. Jim Byrne of the University of Lethbridge, Byrne was tasked with establishing the broader geographical elements that help define the Crown of the Continent.
His canadian spontaneity brought many laughs to the room as he quickly moved into a serious notion regarding the Crown of the Continent's responsibility in being the headwaters for most of our continent's watershed. Through graphs and images, Jim illustrated how the region's water moves west via the Columbia River to the Pacific Ocean, south via the Missouri to the Gulf of Mexico, and north via the St. Mary River to Hudson Bay. Byrne explained that the St. Mary drainage is extraordinarily vital to Alberta's agriculture economy, as many of the other drainages have dried up or are not available throughout the growing season.
He concluded his perspective of the Crown with a case study focusing on Lake Winnipeg. He and his students at the University of Lethbridge are developing a feature film on the pollution pouring into our vast bodies of water.
Join us for the next centennial lecture:
When: Sept 29, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Description: Defining the Ecology of the Crown of the Continent This lecture will focus on the unique collision of four major climatic zones, the characteristics and diversity of flora and fauna in the Crown of the Continent, and what distinguishes the Crown of the Continent from neighboring and global ecosystems. Speaker: Dr. Chris Servheen
For more information on Glacier's Centennial, please visit www.glaciercentennial.org
September 16, 2009
First Peoples, Two Countries, Three Voices
Flathead Valley Community College in partnership with the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) kicked off their Crown of the Continent Centennial Lecture Series last night.
The evening consisted of a conversation with leaders of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Salish-Pend Oreille, and the Kootenai/Ktnuxa nations. Speakers included Herman Many Guns from the Piikani Blackfoot Tribes, Tony Incashola from the Salish Tribes, and Vernon Finley from the Kootenai Tribes.
Herman Many Guns commenced the conversation with a traditional prayer, a perfect opening to what followed. The dialogue spanned a great deal of wisdom and story telling. Values of each culture were shared- such as that of Vernan Finely’s grandmother’s teaching of the importance of using our five senses to Tony Incashola’s comments on remembering where we all come from.
It was acknowledged by each of the tribes that this was an ideal space for such a series– the location is known as the Village Center to the Kootenai peoples. It happens to be the center of the Crown of the Continent National Geographic Geotourism Map, as well.
The lecture ended with wise words encouraging all people to work together to protect these resources and the special culture that exists here in the Crown of the Continent. Each tribal member expressed their gratitude for their invitation to the table. Vernon regarded that it is not of their interest that such an event exists– instead it is the interest of each of the audience members that the conversation has taken place, suggesting that it is up to us to continue the discussion.
Join us on Monday for the second lecture: Sep 21, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Setting the Stage- Describing the Crown Speaker: Dr. Jim Byrne Flathead Valley Community College Continuing Education Center
For more information on Glacier’s Centennial, please visit www.glaciercentennial.org
September 14, 2009
September eNews!
It's that time again-- please check our latest !
Highlights for this month include:
- Recap of the centennial kick-off Picnic in the Park
- Upcoming Flathead Valley Community College Centennial Lecture Series (this starts tomorrow!)
- Where is the Official Centennial Art: Bigfork Museum of Art and History
Please be sure to check out the NEW !
Fall is certainly in the air in Glacier National Park-- the leaves are beginning to turn their beautiful hues of gold!
Centennial Picnic in the Park
August 24, 2009
Centennial Picnic was a Success!
First, for those of you who had the chance to attend the picnic in the park this weekend, thanks for joining us! If you couldn't make it, we reached out to over 600 people throughout the day. We had genuine picnickers with blankets and baskets, children playing frisbee and learning about Leave No Trace principles, hours of Glacier National Park music, bright sunshine, and dancing mountain goats! The cake was delicious and was gone within the first few hours at Lake McDonald Lodge-- we had a mere 12 pieces left at Glacier Park Lodge. The calendar was a huge hit and we are looking forward to the upcoming activities and projects.
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Please be sure to check out the new on the website!
August 14, 2009
August eNews
Check out our latest eNews!
Highlights:
- August 23, 2009 kicks off the Centennial Commemoration with a Picnic in the Park, 11AM-4 PM. Hope you and your family can come and join us! We will be unveiling the full calendar of activities!
- The Glacier National Park Fund and the Glacier Association are hosting a Centennial Art Reception and Book signing on August 20, 3-7 PM at their Columbia Falls Office
- A centennial exhibit of images are on display at the Glacier Park International Airport for the next year. The images are being sold with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Glacier National Park Fund. A public reception will be held on August 26th.
August 1, 2009
Kicking off the Centennial with a Picnic in the Park-- August 23, 2009
As a kick-off to Glacier National Park’s 100th anniversary commemoration, we are offering a free-admission day to the park with picnics on both the East and West sides. Come and enjoy the park as families have for 100 years. Learn more about the Centennial kick-off !
Details include:
DATE: August 23, 2009, 11 AM- 4 PM
LOCATION(s): Lake McDonald Lodge and Glacier Park Lodge
WHAT: Picnic in Glacier National Park as families have for the past 100 years. Family activities and music will be available. Glacier Park, Inc will be selling picnic lunches and centennial retail products. Free cake will be provided.
July 15, 2009
July eNews!
Our latest eNewsletter: !
Highlights for this month and upcoming months:
- Catch the 'Centennial Preview' at the Montana House this weekend: July 18, 2009 at 5 PM-- come join us to hear some sneak previews!
- Centennial Kick-Off, Picnic in the Park: We hope you join us (gate-free day!) on August 23, 2009 at Lake McDonald Lodge or Glacier Park Lodge for our Centennial kick-off from 11AM-4 PM. At this 'Picnic in the Park' we will be unveiling our calendar of activities, including educational programs, commemorative events, official licensed products, and legacy projects! Light music and activities will be available for people to listen to and to partake in. Glacier Park, Inc will have picnic style lunches for sale and birthday cake will be available for free!
- The Official Centennial Art has arrived at its second location on its state-wide tour: Glacier National Park Fund and Glacier Association Offices in Columbia Falls!
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National Folk Festival, July 10-12, 2009
Glacier Centennial Display
July 14, 2009
The National Folk Festival
, one of the nation’s largest and most prestigious celebrations of the arts, has taken up residence in Butte, Montana until 2010. This year, it was predicted that twice as many people would attend as last year. And gosh, was that prediction right! Over 100,000 people attended this national festival and nearly 5,000 of them stopped by our Glacier National Park Centennial booth! Most visitors were on their way from Yellowstone, stopping for some culture in Butte, and heading north to Glacier!
July 13, 2009
Centennial Preview
Join us on July 18th at the Montana House in Apgar Village at 5 PM to learn about the Centennial Program! We will be sharing an overview of what is lined up for the anniversary year-long celebration-- including what educational programs, commemorative events, and legacy projects we are working on!
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June 1, 2009
The First Glacier Centennial Green City
The National Parks Conservation Association and the Glacier Centennial Program proudly presented a plaque to the City of Whitefish, our first city to commit to implementing sustainable practices in city operations on behalf of the Glacier Centennial Green Business Program.
What has the City of Whitefish done to become a 'Green City'? The City of Whitefish has committed to energy conservation efforts such as: purchasing energy star appliances, putting a dark skies ordinance into practice, and unplugging or turning off unnecessary appliances when not in use. They have committed to solid waste reduction through recycling cardboard, alumninum, paper, plastics, tin, wood waste, and other products-- and more importantly, where appropriate they implemented a reuse program to decrease the production of waste. In addition, the City of Whitefish has invested in a highly efficient vehicle and they have supported their employees in organizing a work carpool, biking or walking to work. Finally, they have stopped purchasing water in plastic bottles and have supported the program 'Take Back the Tap'.
We commend the City of Whitefish!
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Photo By Bret Bouda Official Centennial Art
May 27, 2009
The Art of Preservation: Official Centennial Art of Glacier National Park
This past weekend, the Glacier Centennial Program unveiled the Official Centennial Art at Glacier National Park's four park partner's annual Spring for Glacier Gala. Over 200 people were there for the viewing-- and we are now ready to showcase it to the rest of the world! The Art of Preservation will tour the state of Montana throughout the next year.
The schedule is the following:
June 15-July 3, 2009 Fischworks, Whitefish
July 8-August 25, 2009 Glacier National Park Fund & Glacier Association, Columbia Falls
September 3-30, 2009 Village of Bigfork, Bigfork
October 5-27, 2009 The History Museum, Great Falls
November 5, 2009-January 2, 2010 Montana Historical Society Museum, Helena
January 14-February 24, 2010 The Natural History Museum, Missoula
March 4-May 15, 2010 Hockaday, Kalispell
May 21, 2010 Spring for Glacier, Lake McDonald Lodge (Official Centennial Art is auctioned)
We hope the selected art inspires and engages you in the Centennial Celebration of Glacier National Park today and for years to come. Consider this an introduction into the legacy of preserving Glacier National Park for the next 100 years.
See the Art First!
May 18, 2009
As part of the Glacier National Park Centennial celebration, the centennial committee hosted a juried art competition to continue the tradition of preserving our heritage for the future through art. On May 22, 2009, the official centennial art will make its grand debut at Spring for Glacier. Several artists will be in attendance to accompany the unveiling. ‘Saddle up for the Centennial’ is this year’s theme.
Spring for Glacier is an annual gala hosted by Glacier National Park’s four park partners: Glacier National Park Fund, Glacier Association, Glacier Institute, and Glacier National Park Associates. For more information about Spring for Glacier, please visit the Glacier National Park Fund website: www.glaciernationalparkfund.org
Granite Park Chalet
Featured Photo by Ron Zellar
May 11, 2009
Happy 99th, Glacier National Park!
That's right, 99 years ago today Glacier National Park was signed into law as the tenth national park by President Taft. Just a year from now we will be commemorating Glacier's 100th Anniversary.
Highlights from our latest :
- 99th Kick-off event: August 23, 2009-- 'Picnic in the Park'. Stay tuned for more details.
- The Official Centennial Art will be making its grand debut at Spring for Glacier on May 22, 2009 at Lake McDonald Lodge Auditorium. From there, the show, The Art of Preservation: Official Centennial Art of Glacier National Park will go on a year long tour throughout the state of Montana. The work will be auctioned off on May 21, 2010 at the centennial Spring for Glacier.
- The announcement of the seven legacy projects: increase accessible trails, building a watchable wildlife platform, preserve Heavens Peak Lookout, upgrade Logan Pass exterior exhibits, develop a 'People in Glacier' education program, restore dark skies, and continue the Citizen Science program
Enjoy our latest !
April eNews
April 15, 2009
Spring is here! Well, at least there are signs of spring on it's way. Temperatures are warming up and the snow is slowly melting away. And spring plowing has begun along the Going-to-the-Sun Road!
With this good news, we also bring you the lates eNews: . A few highlights from this month's newsletter include:
- Updated Calendar of Events for 2009 activities
- Debut for the Official Centennial Art: May 22, 2009 (Spring for Glacier: Saddle up for the Centennial)
- Support for the Centennial: Glacier National Park Fund
- Glacier Centennial Green Business to be featured at Flathead Valley Community College Earth Day event: April 22, 2009
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Governor's Conference
April 1, 2009
We have just returned from a weekend of presentations and meet and greets with the 'Made in Montana' Tradeshow in Great Falls and the annual Governor's Conference on Tourism and Recreation in Helena. The snow is still flying up here, but the support and excitement of others in regards to the centennial was warming!
There were hundreds in attendance at the Made in Montana Trade Show. The vendors- most of which are artisans, were displaying Montana made foods and goods such as honey, photography, tshirts, and jewelry. The centennial message was well received.
A major theme of the Governor's Conference this year was Sustainability. Every where you looked the concept was integrated- from real plates and mugs, to take away tote bags for use in the market...and even a Green Village full of ways that businesses can implement more sustainable practices in their operations. The keynote launched the conference with a message on authenticity and the importance of returning to our roots of treating the land with respect. A 25 minute Centennial presentation was shared and we are looking forward to having the Governor's Conference in Kalispell in April 2010!
Montana House Presentation March 21, 2009
Thank You, Montana House!
March 21, 2009
We had a wonderful time sharing the Centennial Program through our presentation at the Montana House today! Two dozen or so people came to hear about the centennial planning, many of which had a interest in volunteering!
If you are not familiar with the Montana House, for over a year now, the Montana House has partnered with the Glacier National Park Fund to host a lecture series called: Look, Listen, and Learn.
If you have an interest in volunteering- !
March eNews
March 12, 2009
Check out our latest .
A few quick highlights:
- We are excited to be attending the Governor's Conference at the end of the month;
- March 21st- Centennial Preview at the Montana House, co-hosted by the Glacier National Park Fund (get the inside scoop!);
- We have over 20 Glacier Centennial Green Businesses-- find out what they are doing to reduce their impact;
- and much more...
ARTchu gonna submit a Glacier Story?
February 21, 2009
The deadlines for the and the submissions of stories for our Centennial Commemorative Book () are both March 1, 2009.
The Official art will be auctioned off at Spring for Glacier: Saddle up for the Centennial on May 22, 2009.
The selected stories will be compiled into a commemorative book to be on the shelves in fall 2009.
Questions?
January 26, 2009
Glacier Centennial Green Business Program
As Glacier approaches its birthday, one of the goals is to embrace, celebrate and enhance many of the designations and partnerships. Glacier was designated a Climate Friendly Park in 2003. Climate Friendly Parks are tasked with designing and implementing a plan to help increase energy efficiency and reduce the impact of park operations.
One of the many centennial partners is the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). NPCA and the Centennial Program are launching the Glacier Centennial Green Business Program. This program, launched on behalf of Glacier’s Centennial, will allow local businesses to reduce their environmental impact, resulting in a more efficient and sustainable means of doing business in our region.
Incentives to being a Glacier Centennial Green Business:
- Recognition on the Official Glacier Centennial Website, Green Business page
- Recognition in the Centennial eNewsletter
- Glacier Centennial Green Business products: a decal to post in your business window, badge for your website, and logo for printed materials
- Save money on a monthly basis through reduced energy use, solid waste handling, and transportation costs.
- Recognition in your Chamber of Commerce newsletter
- Potential Recognition at a Chamber of Commerce event
- Recognition on the Crown of the Continent Geortourism website
Through collective action, Glacier Centennial Green Businesses will also help to reduce the environmental impact on our region; decrease the amount of unnecessary waste that goes into our landfill, reduce energy use, conserve water, and foster a healthy local economy by supporting local businesses.
Apply to be a Glacier Centennial Green Business
January eNews
January 15, 2009
January eNews
I am pleased to share with you a few great opportunities. This month's eNewsletter highlights ways to become engaged and dates to mark on your calendar!
- Official Centennial Art Contest- Due March 1, 2009
- 100 Years, 100 Stories- a commemorative book. Share a Glacier Park story with us-Due March 1, 2009
- Host an Official Centennial Event- Due June 1, 2009
Mark your calendar!
- May 22, 2009 Saddle Up for the Centennial, Spring for Glacier
- July 7, 2009 Sperry Chalet Benefit for the Glacier National Park Fund
- August 19, 2009 Wolf Trap for the Performing Arts, Face of America: Glacier National Park
As always, if you would like a story (100 words) or photo to be featured in the eNewsletter- feel free to send it along!
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January 8, 2009
Applications Galore
That's right- we have oodles of Centennial Applications in the heat of their life. As we ring in the 99th year of Glacier National Park, be sure to submit your application for one or more of the following:
- - Due March 1, 2009
- - Due March 1, 2009
- - Due March 15, 2009
- - Due June 1, 2009
For more information on any of the applications above, contact us!
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