Great Outdoors Month, 2004

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Part III

The President

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Proclamation 7795--Great Outdoors Month, 2004

Presidential Determination No. 2004-32 of June 3, 2004--Continuation of
Waiver Authority for Turkemenistan

Presidential Determination No. 2004-33 of June 3, 2004--Continuation of
Waiver Authority for the Republic of Belarus

Presidential Determination No. 2004-34 of June 3, 2004--Continuation of
Waiver Authority for Vietnam

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 7795 of June 4, 2004

Great Outdoors Month, 2004

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

More than 200 years ago, Captains Meriwether Lewis and
William Clark embarked upon an expedition to explore
uncharted lands and find passage across the Rocky
Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. During the Captains'
journey, their Corps of Discovery encountered
remarkable landscapes, observed wildlife, and traded
with American Indians. Two years into his experience,
Captain Lewis was inspired by the beauty of a waterfall
along the Missouri River that he called in his journal,
``the grandest sight I ever beheld.'' Today, the
splendor of the great outdoors continues to inspire our
citizens, and a love of outdoor recreation remains a
fundamental part of the American character. By
observing Great Outdoors Month, we celebrate our
commitment to appreciating and protecting our natural
wealth.

Outdoor recreation is an ideal way to exercise and
enjoy memorable experiences with family and friends,
and all across our country are scenic places that
sports and nature enthusiasts can explore and help keep
beautiful. During Great Outdoors Month and throughout
the year, I encourage Americans to go camping, fishing,
hunting, hiking, bird watching, boating, or to
participate in other outdoor activities that are part
of a healthy lifestyle.

The true strength of our Nation lies in the hearts and
souls of our citizens, and I urge all Americans not
only to visit our parks and recreation areas, but also
to volunteer their time and talents to help maintain
the beauty of our environment. Good stewardship of the
environment is not just a personal responsibility, it
is a public value; and citizens who lend a hand to
local parks and public lands are vital to the
preservation of our Nation's many special places.
Americans can take pride in the remarkable progress we
continue to make in conserving our environment and
natural resources.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United
States, do hereby proclaim June 2004 as Great Outdoors
Month. I call upon the people of the United States to
observe this month with appropriate ceremonies and
activities and to participate in safe and enjoyable
outdoor recreation.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
fourth day of June, in the year of our Lord two
thousand four, and of the Independence of the United
States of America the two hundred and twenty-eighth.

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