2019 First-Class Forever Stamp,Wild and Scenic Rivers: Flathead River
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US #5381f
2019 Flathead River – Wild and Scenic Rivers
- Pictures the Flathead River that flows through northern Montana.
- One of 12 stamps commemorating the Wild and Scenic Rivers System established under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018.
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: Wild and Scenic Rivers
Value: 55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: May 21, 2019
First Day City: Bend, Oregon
Quantity Issued: 60,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Panes of 12
Tagging: Phosphor, block tag
Why the stamp was issued: To honor the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act which established a system of over 200 rivers in 40 states and Puerto Rico as of 2019.
About the stamp design: Pictures a photograph of Flathead River in Montana which is protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held at Tumalo State Park in Bend, Oregon. The Deschutes River runs through the park, one of the over 200 rivers protected by the Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
History the stamp represents: The Canadian Rockies are the origin point for several rivers in the Pacific Northwest. One noteworthy example is the Flathead River. This waterway travels 158 miles from its headwaters, through northern Montana, into Flathead Lake, and eventually joins the Clark Fork.
The Flathead River actually begins its path as three separate forks – the North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork. Each one is protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. In fact, it is said that the original idea for the act was inspired by the fight to prevent a dam from being built on the Middle Fork. Wildlife biologist John Craighead spearheaded the campaign and ultimately won.
Like many US rivers, the Flathead was named after the group of Native Americans who originally inhabited the region. Also known as the Salish, the first European explorers most likely called them “flathead” after the sign language the tribe used to introduce themselves. They placed one hand flat on either side of their head, the sign for “we the people.” Flathead Lake and the Flathead Mountain Range also share the name.
Today, the Flathead River is ranked number one in Montana for water quality and clarity. With the help of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, the water will remain crystal-clear and unpolluted for years to come.
US #5381f
2019 Flathead River – Wild and Scenic Rivers
- Pictures the Flathead River that flows through northern Montana.
- One of 12 stamps commemorating the Wild and Scenic Rivers System established under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018.
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: Wild and Scenic Rivers
Value: 55¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: May 21, 2019
First Day City: Bend, Oregon
Quantity Issued: 60,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Panes of 12
Tagging: Phosphor, block tag
Why the stamp was issued: To honor the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act which established a system of over 200 rivers in 40 states and Puerto Rico as of 2019.
About the stamp design: Pictures a photograph of Flathead River in Montana which is protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held at Tumalo State Park in Bend, Oregon. The Deschutes River runs through the park, one of the over 200 rivers protected by the Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
History the stamp represents: The Canadian Rockies are the origin point for several rivers in the Pacific Northwest. One noteworthy example is the Flathead River. This waterway travels 158 miles from its headwaters, through northern Montana, into Flathead Lake, and eventually joins the Clark Fork.
The Flathead River actually begins its path as three separate forks – the North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork. Each one is protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. In fact, it is said that the original idea for the act was inspired by the fight to prevent a dam from being built on the Middle Fork. Wildlife biologist John Craighead spearheaded the campaign and ultimately won.
Like many US rivers, the Flathead was named after the group of Native Americans who originally inhabited the region. Also known as the Salish, the first European explorers most likely called them “flathead” after the sign language the tribe used to introduce themselves. They placed one hand flat on either side of their head, the sign for “we the people.” Flathead Lake and the Flathead Mountain Range also share the name.
Today, the Flathead River is ranked number one in Montana for water quality and clarity. With the help of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, the water will remain crystal-clear and unpolluted for years to come.