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Mass Audubon protects more than 38,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. As Massachusetts’ largest nature conservation nonprofit, we welcome more than a half million visitors a year to our wildlife sanctuaries and 20 nature centers. From inspiring hilltop views to breathtaking coastal landscapes, serene woods, and working farms, we believe in protecting our state’s natural treasures for wildlife and for all people—a vision shared in 1896 by our founders, two extraordinary Boston women.

Red River Gorgeous offers cabins and treehouses for the connection, enjoyment, and preservation. Red River Gorgeous objective is to provide the greatest lodging for people who enjoy the area.

A Taste of Alaska Lodge is a hospitality establishment located in Fairbanks, Alaska, offering a variety of lodging options, including The Cottage, The Log House, The Spruce House, Main Lodge Room, East Lodge Suite, and West Lodge Suite. Established in 1992, the lodge caters to guests seeking both comfortable accommodations and outdoor experiences. Visitors can engage in seasonal activities such as dog mushing, winter hiking, snowshoeing, and wildlife sightings. Additionally, the lodge provides services for elopements and vow renewals, making it a versatile destination for travelers looking to explore the Alaskan wilderness or celebrate special occasions.

Leonards Landing Lodge is a fishing camp in Alaska.

State of Alaska is a U.S. state situated in the northwest extremity of the North American continent. Bordering the state to the east are the Canadian territory of Yukon and the Canadian province of British Columbia; to the north is the Arctic Ocean; and to the west and south is the Pacific Ocean with Russia farther west across the Bering Strait. Alaska is the largest state in the United States by area, the 4th least populous, and the least densely populated of the 50 states in the U.S. Approximately half of Alaska’s residents live within the Anchorage metropolitan area. Its economy is dominated by the oil, natural gas, and fishing industries, resources which it has in abundance. Tourism is also a significant part of the economy. Although it had been occupied for thousands of years by indigenous people, from the 18th century onward, European powers considered the territory of Alaska ripe for exploitation and trade. The area went through several administrative changes before becoming organized as a territory on May 11, 1912. It was admitted as the 49th state of the U.S. on January 3, 1959.

One of the largest universities in the state of Mississippi, University of Southern Mississippi (Southern Miss) is home to one of the most impressive Performing and Visual Arts programs in the country, as well as a range of other academic offerings and a host of opportunities. Granting bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in Liberal Arts, Humanities, Education, Psychology, Business, Health Sciences and Technology, Southern Miss has a major to suit every educational interest and professional goal. USM’s Theatre and Music departments are particularly impressive, as its theatre company and students have received national awards and recognition. The Theatre Department has even been selected to perform in national festivals and productions, including one of the most prestigious held at Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. Students in the University Symphony Orchestra have also garnered much attention and achieved great success, having regularly been invited to perform with renowned figures in the classical music industry. Its science division is also worth mentioning, boasting the renowned Polymer Science Research Center, one of many research centers throughout the university. There is also no lack of campus activity. Numerous restaurants, lounges, food courts and other meeting places are located throughout the campus. Even more impressive, Southern Miss is home to more than 280 student clubs and organizations, which cover a wide range of interests. Since Southern Miss is a state university, Mississippi residents pay a substantially lower tuition. Financial aid is also available to qualifying students with financial need. SAT scores and one’s academic record are used in evaluating undergraduates in the standard admissions process. However, students with a low performance record may still apply for conditional admission to the university. Graduate admissions policies vary from one department to another.