October 28, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 170 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1344]
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RECOGNIZING 30 YEARS OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE BY CAMP LIVE OAK AND FOUNDER 
                               KEN EVANS

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                        HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 28, 2019

  Mr. DEUTCH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 30 years of 
exemplary service to South Florida by Camp Live Oak and its Founder, 
Ken Evans. Under Ken's direction, Camp Live Oak has been a leader in 
children's environmental education since 1989.
  As the only American Camp Association accredited camp in Broward 
County since 1990, Camp Live Oak believes that every child is gifted 
and designs a challenging curriculum to keep young minds sharp during 
school breaks. It employs certified Broward County teachers to help 
instill a sense of environmental stewardship in its campers through 
beach cleanups, sea turtle education, native plantings, , and recycling 
initiatives.
  Beyond the valuable services it provides to its campers, Camp Live 
Oak continues to provide direct benefits to the local economy and the 
environment. It draws employees and families from around the world, 
ensuring more dollars are spent at businesses in our community. In this 
role, Camp Live Oak has also been instrumental in the revitalization 
and preservation of Hugh Taylor Birch State Park by bringing awareness, 
funds, and families to the park for the last 30 years.
  I ask that my colleagues join me in thanking Ken Evans and Camp Live 
Oak for the amazing work they have done over the years to educate the 
public and to help our environment.

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