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Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Expands Kids’ Recreation Opportunities

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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MARIETTA, Ga., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the first quarter of 2023, supporting projects and programs creating opportunities to enjoy and engage in outdoor recreation and activities, including efforts geared toward the younger generation.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the first quarter of 2023, supporting projects and programs creating opportunities to enjoy and engage in outdoor recreation and activities, including efforts geared toward the younger generation.
  • For the past 15 years, Yamaha OAI has been leading the powersports industry by endorsing projects across the country that promote safe, responsible access to public land for motorized and outdoor recreation.
  • “Additionally, Yamaha is honored to accept the Public Lands Alliance’s Corporate Stewardship Award, which acknowledged the success of the Outdoor Access Initiative in promoting and defending access to public lands for motorized and outdoor recreation.”
    The Public Lands Alliance works to foster and advance its members of nonprofit partners of America’s public lands since 1977.
  • For OAI grant recipients, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative continues its support of All Kids Bike, getting students in public schools outside and helping teach them how to ride a bicycle.

With $3.1 Million in New Grants, Walmart’s Acres for America Program Surpasses Milestone of 2 Million Acres Conserved

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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The Acres for America grants will leverage $133.4 million in matching contributions from grantees and other partners to generate a total conservation impact of $136.5 million.

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  • The Acres for America grants will leverage $133.4 million in matching contributions from grantees and other partners to generate a total conservation impact of $136.5 million.
  • "This year marks a monumental achievement in the history of NFWF’s collaboration with Walmart through the Acres for America program," said Jeff Trandahl, executive director and CEO of NFWF.
  • "We are thrilled to learn of the ‘Acres for America’ grant to help make this exciting project a reality.
  • We are grateful for this tremendous support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation through Walmart’s Acres for America Program."

Discount Dumpster Using Dumpster Rentals in Atlanta to Plant Trees

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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This partnership has many potential benefits for dumpster rental waste management in Atlanta, GA , and national forests in Georgia, like the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.

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  • This partnership has many potential benefits for dumpster rental waste management in Atlanta, GA , and national forests in Georgia, like the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.
  • Due to this, Discount Dumpster pledges to plant one tree in an Atlanta-area National Park for every local Atlanta roll-off dumpster they rent.
  • Discount Dumpster is a national dumpster rental company that services over 30 states throughout the U.S.
  • However, Discount Dumpster operates dumpster rental waste management services in the local Atlanta, Georgia, community.

Partners Leverage Resources to Enhance Recreation Access and Opportunities in Georgia

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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LAKEMONT, Ga., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Great Outdoors Fund (TGOF) facilitated a public-private partnership to improve recreation access and infrastructure on the Chattahoochee National Forest in Georgia.

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  • LAKEMONT, Ga., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Great Outdoors Fund (TGOF) facilitated a public-private partnership to improve recreation access and infrastructure on the Chattahoochee National Forest in Georgia.
  • TGOF forged the partnership between the USDA Forest Service, Georgia Recreational Trail Riders Association (GARTRA), and Yamaha Motor Corporation which provided funding from its Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI).
  • These trends enable us to provide equitable and high-quality access and safe recreation opportunities to evermore members of the public," said Michelle Mitchell, Director of Recreation, Heritage, and Volunteer Services for the Forest Service's Southern Region.
  • For more information about Yamaha's Outdoor Access Initiative, go to: http://www.YamahaOAI.com
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Yamaha Honors 14 Years and $5 Million in Outdoor Access Initiative Grants

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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The 2022 Yamaha OAI program is underway and riding clubs, land stewardship associations, and public land managers are encouraged to work together with Yamaha dealers to identify projects and apply for support.

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  • The 2022 Yamaha OAI program is underway and riding clubs, land stewardship associations, and public land managers are encouraged to work together with Yamaha dealers to identify projects and apply for support.
  • Connect with Yamaha on social media via @YamahaOutdoors or search any of the following hashtags on all platforms: #Yamaha #YamahaOAI #REALizeYourAdventure #ProvenOffRoad #AssembledInUSA
    Since 2008, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative has led the Powersports industry in supporting responsible access to our nations public lands for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Updated guidelines , application form, information, and news about the Outdoor Access Initiative are available at YamahaOAI.com.
  • For specific questions about the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative, call the dedicated hotline at 1-877-OHV-TRAIL (877-648-8724), email [email protected] , or write to:
    Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry.

Oconee Federal Financial Corp. Announces Annual Financial Results

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Friday, August 14, 2020
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The year ended June 30, 2020 was a good year for Oconee Federal.

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  • The year ended June 30, 2020 was a good year for Oconee Federal.
  • Oconee Federal is taking steps to meet the financial services needs of customers adversely affected by COVID-19 related issues.
  • Oconee Federal Financial Corp. (NASDAQ Capital Market: OFED) is the holding company of Oconee Federal Savings and Loan Association.
  • Oconee Federal Savings and Loan Association is a community oriented financial institution operating eight full-service branch locations in Oconee County, South Carolina, Pickens County, South Carolina, Stephens County, Georgia and Rabun County, Georgia.

Yamaha Employees Donate Time for Public Lands Rehabilitation Projects

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
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MARIETTA, Ga., Nov. 20, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , employees continued their annual tradition of volunteering under the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) in support of work projects on public lands this year in both California and Georgia.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., Nov. 20, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , employees continued their annual tradition of volunteering under the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) in support of work projects on public lands this year in both California and Georgia.
  • Yamaha employees are investing personal time and actively working to protect access to land for outdoor recreation, said Steve Nessl, Yamahas Motorsports group marketing manager.
  • As shown from our dedication for over a decade, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative is an important program to all of us at Yamaha and all who value our public lands.
  • Then in November, Yamaha employees supported work projects in Georgia on the Davenport Mountain OHV trails in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest alongside members of the United States Forestry Service (USFS) to clean and restore trails, along with improving entry for public recreation.