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Madera Canyon Video Programs Receive Notice!

The release of two new FOMC adult education video tape programs has recently had outstanding newspaper coverage. The Green Valley News & Sun ran a lead editorial in August 2003, and, in November 2003, ran with a front page photo on the Canyon. On page 3 of that edition, there was a half-page article on Experts Look at Madera Canyon and Madera Canyon's Five Seasons VHS videotape programs.

The Arizona Daily Star printed a front page mini-banner and an "Accent" section front page article, with photos and illustrations of the videotape boxes. With this kind of recognition, the Friends of Madera Canyon had an instantaneous surge in sales to the public, and, in both cases, reorders for more tapes were placed to meet the growing demand.

These two new videos are now available at the Green Valley Library, as well as through the Pima County Library system.

The FOMC Video Education Committee acknowledged the teamwork of the production team of FOMC members Anna and Scott Griessel and the Tucson staff of Ric Rose's Film Creations, including camera master Marco Pennacchini, editor Ben Allen, and others, as well as the journalists' prominent stories. The dedicated team members were honored with plaque saluting their endeavors in helping FOMC to support the Forest Service in preserving the natural wonders of the Madera Canyon Recreation Area.

The FOMC Marketing Committee, under Chairperson Mary Gibson, continues to contact outlets through which the video tapes may be acquired by members, visitors, and those seeking an excellent gift for friends and relatives. All of these individuals, plus many active FOMC members have participated in the generation of these tapes.

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