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Special events and opportunities to view the tree are being planned in every stop across the country. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be traveling with the Tree so be sure to have the little one's bring their list so they can show Santa. "We're working with city officials and volunteers across the country to make the 2012 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree tour an unforgettable experience of both giving back and celebrating the holiday season," said Bruce Ward, founder of Choose Outdoors. Upon arrival in Washington, D.C., the tree will be placed on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol and decorated with more than 5,000 ornaments handmade by Colorado children depicting the tree's theme, "Celebrating the Great Outdoors." In early December, a tree lighting ceremony will take place and will be available for public viewing throughout the holiday season. Costs associated with the tree's transportation and tour events are made possible by contributions by individuals, corporations and local communities. Major sponsors include the Colorado Tourism Office, Mack Trucks and The National Association of Convenience Stores. For more information on the Concord tour stop, visit www.CabarrusChristmas.com To track the tree's route, visit www .CapitolChristmasTree20l2.com or you can also follow the tree on Facebook ( www. facebook .com /CapitoiChristmasTree2012) Twitter ( www .twitter.com /CapitolTree20l2) and Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/capitoltree20l2) About Choose Outdoors Choose Outdoors is a coalition for outdoor recreation comprised of people and organizations who are passionate about outdoor recreation, support public lands, waters, and the agencies charged with their care. www.chooseoutdoors.orp About the White River National Forest The 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is located in west/central Colorado. Providing a vast array of outdoor recreation experiences, the White River hosts more than 9 million visitors per year and is the number one forest for recreation in the country. In addition to world -class recreation and abundant wildlife populations, the White River supports activities such as grazing, timber harvest, mining, and oil and gas development that are crucial to the economies of western Colorado. www. fs. usda. go0whiteriver About the Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau As a destination marketing organization, the Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau is dedicated to promoting Cabarrus County as a visitor destination and enhancing the complete visitor experience. We also represent and support the interests of the local tourism industry and promote public awareness of the importance of tourism. Visit our website at www.visitcabarrus.com for more information and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/visitcabarrus Attachment number 3 1 -2 Page 229