Rain Bird Enters Rose Parade AZUSA, CA On New Year's Day, Rain Bird brought the lush beauty of the rain forest to Pasadena, CA in the 1999 Tournament of Roses Parade. "Friends of the Rain Forest." High-power mist machines and sound recordings of birds, frogs and other rain forest species added to the authentic effect. "Rain Bird is thrilled to participate in the Rose Parade again this year," remarked Art Ludwick, Senior Vice President of Rain Bird. "We're pleased to have the opportunity to share the message about the importance of the world's rain forests-- and the wise use of water-- in such a unique and beautiful way." Rain Bird's 1999 float entry, is complete with Great Hornbills, frogs, hummingbirds, and waterfalls-- and is a vivid representation of the company's commitment to environmental awareness, education and water management, while highlighting the importance of the rain forests to the environment around the globe.