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NYPA Wildlife Festival Set for Sept. 23 Contact: September 20, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DEERFIELD—Animals, food and fun will share the spotlight on Saturday (Sept. 23) at the 5th annual New York Power Authority (NYPA) Wildlife Festival at Deerfield Wilderness Park on Walker Road. The event is set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with free admission and parking. Featured animal attractions include Birds of Prey, MaxMan Reptiles Rescue, the Warlord Samoyed Dog Sled Team, Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo and numerous exhibits on hunting and fishing. “It will be a full-filled day for the entire family,” said Carol Rodino, NYPA community relations manager. “Whether it’s the animal attractions, a hayride around the scenic grounds or watching in amazement the chain saw skills of Mark Tyoe, there will be something for everyone. There will also be plenty of food and entertainment.” For more information, please call 315-792-8247. About NYPA: ■ NYPA uses no tax money or state credit. It finances its operations through the sale of bonds and revenues earned in large part through sales of electricity. ■ NYPA is a leader in promoting energy-efficiency, new energy technologies and electric transportation initiatives. ■ It is the nation’s largest state-owned electric utility, with 18 generating facilities in various parts of the state and more than 1,400 circuit-miles of transmission lines.
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