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Audubon International Bestows Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort With Rare 5-Green Leaf Rating
LAKE PLACID, NY, Mar 12, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --
The Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort in Lake Placid, New York received
a 5-Green Leaf Rating from Audubon International and Audubon
Greenleaf Eco-Rating Program. It's the only property in the United
States with 5-Green Leaves. Only one other property in the world has
achieved this. Audubon International first rated the Golden Arrow in
2006 awarding 3-Green Leaves. In 2008 The Golden Arrow achieved a
4-Green Leaf Rating, the first in the United States. The Golden Arrow
has worked diligently to become a respected leader in sustainable and
eco tourism.
"Every member of our staff has searched to find innovative, ways to
make the resort sustainable while enhancing the guest's experience,"
said Jenn Holderied an owner of the Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort. "If
a small percentage of guests return home making one change in their
lives, like recycling or using reusable bags when shopping, it makes
a large impact and influences others. Lake Placid is one of the most
beautiful unspoiled areas in the world. We feel obligated to protect
it."
Criteria for the Audubon Green Leaf Eco-Rating Program 5-Green Leaf
rated hotel is a world leader and innovator of eco-efficiency,
clearly demonstrates leadership in the industry on green and
sustainable practices. The Audubon International rating program
identifies and rewards lodging facilities that are environmental
leaders throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Properties
are rated on a scale of 1-5 Green Leaves.
"This recognition for the Golden Arrow is well deserved and serves as
a great model for all other properties in New York that are serious
about being eco-friendly," stated Dan Murphy -- President of NYSHTA.
Said Jeff Sama, from NYSDEC, "The Golden Arrow's commitment to green
eco tourism provides the leadership and inspiration needed to help
motivate to improve the environmental quality of New York State."
Since beginning their Green Initiative in 2005, The Golden Arrow
Lakeside Resort has become a leader creating environmental friendly
green programs, amongst hotels in New York and nationally. They
received the Environmental Excellence Award from the New York State
Department of Energy and Conservation in 2008, and Good Earthkeeping
Award from New York State Hospitality and Tourism Association in
2009. Jenn Holderied helped initiate the Green Hospitality and
Tourism Council for New York launched fall 2009.
The Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort is located at 2559 Main Street in
Lake Placid, New York. Call 518-523-3353 or www.golden-arrow.com.
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For further information contact:
Sharon Burstein: (518) 339-4027
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SOURCE: The Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort
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