Rain Bird Partners With the American Public Gardens Association to Designate May 8, 2009 as National Public Garden’s Day
Posted: 05/01/2009
National Day of Celebration to Raise Awareness of America's Public Gardens and Their Important Role in Promoting Environmental Stewardship, Education, Plant Conservation and Water Conservation in Communities Nationwide
AZUSA, CALIF. (February 3, 2009) - Rain Bird®, the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services, and the American Public Gardens Association (APGA), announced today a partnership to celebrate the role of America's public gardens in educating the public on the importance of environmental preservation through the formation of the first National Public Gardens Day, May 8, 2009.
Scheduled for the Friday preceding Mother's Day Weekend 2009, National Public Gardens Day will be supported by a local, regional and national awareness and education campaign that includes broadcast public service announcements, media partnerships, local and national spokespersons and media tours all focused on communicating the importance of building sustainable environments through improved plant management and water conservation.
"As a founding partner of National Public Gardens Day, Rain Bird is excited to join the APGA in showcasing the incredible contributions made by the nation's public gardens in plant conservation, environmental education, ecosystem management, species preservation and the efficient use of water," said Dave Johnson, Rain Bird's Director of Corporate Marketing. "This event is a natural fit for Rain Bird's Intelligent Use of Water philosophy. We aim to create a greater public understanding of the benefits provided by public gardens and green spaces in every community."
In celebration of botanical gardens, conservatories, educational gardens and historical landscapes, many of the APGA's 500 member institutions will mark the day with special events and activities for schools, families and thousands of visitors to explore and discover their local public garden. Many of the activities will continue throughout the busy Mother's Day Weekend, offering visitors time to enjoy the beauty of the gardens while learning about each garden's commitment to education, research and environmental stewardship.
"Public gardens play an increasingly important role in educating present and future generations on the importance of environmental stewardship through preservation of earth's natural resources," said Dan Stark, Executive Director of the APGA. "National Public Gardens Day will not only be a time for families and enthusiasts to enjoy the gardens, but will also showcase the achievements and expertise provided by public gardens as well as their commitment to education and outreach programs that are vital to people's appreciation and understanding of the irreplaceable value of plants."
About Rain Bird
Corporation
Based in Azusa, Calif., Rain Bird Corporation is the leading
manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services. Since its
beginnings in 1933, Rain Bird has offered the industry's broadest range of irrigation
products for farms, golf courses,
sports arenas, commercial developments and homes in more than 130 countries
around the world. Rain Bird has been awarded more than 130 patents, including
the first in 1935 for the impact sprinkler.
Rain Bird and The Intelligent Use of
Water is about using
water wisely. Its commitment extends beyond products to education, training and
services for the industry and the community. Rain Bird maintains state-of-the-art
manufacturing assembly facilities in the United States, France, Sweden and
Mexico. www.rainbird.com
About APGA
Founded in 1940, Delaware-based American Public Gardens
Association is an organization devoted to strengthening the public gardens
throughout North America. With more than 65 years of work increasing
cooperation and awareness among the gardens, APGA has built a membership of
more than 500 public gardens located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia,
Canada and seven other countries. Their members include public gardens ranging
from arboretums to zoos. APGA has also built up an international network of
individual members in the U.S., Canada and 24 other countries. The APGA is
committed to increasing public awareness for public gardens and supplying
resources to the industry. Through their leadership and advocacy, public
gardens have become vital to public appreciation and understanding of the
irreplaceable value of plants. http://www.publicgardens.org
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For more
information, contact:
William Ostedt
or Mark Havenner
The Pollack PR
Marketing Group
(310)
556-4443
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