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Denis Hayes is best known for organizing the first Earth Day, which is now recognized in 192
countries and is considered the world’s largest observed secular holiday. Denis has headed Seattle’s
Bullitt Foundation since 1992. Photo courtesy the Bullitt Foundation

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Denis Hayes – Environmental Activist Extraordinaire

The inspiring story of the Northwest and global activist best known for leading the first Earth Day and heading The Bullitt Foundation

It’s not often you meet someone who says they face each day excited about the work that lies before them.