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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1977

Page

16

Tent Oasis: Optimum 200 Brings Luxury to Desert Tents

In a shift from pricey vacation homes, Bill Moss unveils the Optimum 200 a 200-square-foot semi permanent tent designed for year long use. The clover shaped shelter has nine foot ceilings a waterproof floor and optional two ply insulation. Moss notes Arab style tents inspired the design and that desert prototypes use all cotton duck for natural feel.

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Western Drought Shrinks Grand Canyon River Tourism

The Western drought has cut Colorado River flows into the Grand Canyon, grounding rafts and costing outfitters hundreds of thousands of dollars. From Lake Powell to Lake Mead, water releases have been slashed to meet summer power needs, halting most motorized trips and leaving beached boats and stranded travelers.

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