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DISNEY INSIDER PRESENTS: FAN SPOTLIGHT |
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Eeyore Saves the Day
by Steve, 34, Hamilton, Ontario
I was in the third day of my dream Disney vacation when disaster
struck. My 5-year-old princess had lost her Eeyore doll, the one
that helps her sleep ... read more |
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The Insider is sad to say farewell to animator Ollie Johnston, the
last of Walt's famed "Nine Old Men," who passed away on April 14 at
the age of 95. His work brought life to many of Disney's greatest
classic films, from "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" to "The
Rescuers."
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THE MAIN ATTRACTION |
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Whooping cranes fill the skies of Florida, with some help from
Operation Migration -- just one of the projects helped by Disney's
Animal Kingdom and DWCF.
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A Big Anniversary for Disney's Animal Kingdom, and a Big
Hand for Wildlife
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park is turning ten -- it's been a
lucky decade for Park Guests, and also a lucky one for wildlife,
thanks to the efforts of the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund.
Established on Earth Day, April 22, in 1995, the Disney Wildlife
Conservation Fund (DWCF, for short) has annually awarded money to
conservation projects around the world to assist in preserving the
diversity and splendor of the environment. From sea turtles to
elephants, chimps to king vultures, DWCF funds have helped improve
their chances at survival.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Park is a fun place to stay and play --
but is also much more, with a deep commitment to conservation and
education. Since the Park opened on Earth Day, 1998, Disney's
Animal Kingdom and DWCF have worked hand in hand to make an even
more powerful coalition for wildlife. Park Guests can make
donations to DWCF (and they have, by the thousands) -- but the
partnership goes beyond dollars and cents.
Claire Michael of Disney's Animal Kingdom explains, "A key
component of the Animal Kingdom's... |
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HISTORY AND TRIVIA |
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DO YOU KNOW DISNEY?
What city made the first proclamation of Earth Day?
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THIS WEEK IN DISNEY HISTORY
April 22, 1906 - Actor Eddie Albert, who appears in Disney's 1995
"The Barefoot Executive," the 1975 "Escape to Witch Mountain," and
the 1982 "Beyond Witch Mountain," is born in Rock Island,
Illinois.
April 23, 1986 - In Florida, ground is broken for Walt Disney
World's Grand Floridian Beach Resort.
April 24, 1989 - MMC - also known as The All New Mickey Mouse Club
- debuts on the Disney Channel with host Fred Newman.
April 24, 1998 - Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park opens.
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ASK DAVE |
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YOUR QUESTION
Do the canoes in Disneyland run on a track? Or are they free to
manuever how participants wish?
- Adam, 37, Orange, CA |
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DAVE'S ANSWER
The canoes do not run on a track. They are steered by the Disney
Cast Members on board, with Guests helping out with the
rowing. |
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