[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 34 (Wednesday, March 17, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E398]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                PAYING TRIBUTE TO RANDY AND CLARICY RUSK

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 17, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Randy and Claricy Rusk for the contributions they have 
made to their community and the State of Colorado. Recently, Randy and 
Claricy Rusk were presented the prestigious Leopold Conservation Award 
for their land conservation efforts. It is with great satisfaction that 
I congratulate Randy and Claricy for their well-deserved award, and 
thank them for their significant contributions to Custer County and the 
State of Colorado.
  For five generations, the Rusk Hereford Ranch has sought out 
progressive conservation techniques in range management. Their efforts 
include improved range and riparian management, wildlife habitat 
enhancement, resource management planning, and creating conservation 
easements to prevent second home development. The Leopold Conservation 
Award is named after famed conservationist Aldo Leopold, and includes a 
$10,000 cash prize and a crystal statute of Aldo Leopold on horseback.
  Mr. Speaker, it is clear that the Rusks have a legacy of strong 
commitment to the ranching community in Custer County and the State of 
Colorado. Randy and Claricy's efforts to keep this great tradition of 
conservation vibrant is worthy of recognition before this body of 
Congress and this nation today. It is my privilege to extend to Randy 
and Claricy my sincere congratulations on receiving the Leopold 
Conservation Award, and to wish them all the best in their future 
endeavors.

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