Winners have been announced for the
2007 Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards.
The awards are the highest natural resource honors in
the state, presented annually by the North Carolina Wildlife
Federation and the Governor’s office to recognize
those who have exhibited an unwavering commitment to conservation.
“By recognizing, publicizing and honoring these
conservation leaders – young and old, professional
and volunteer – the North Carolina Wildlife Federation
hopes to inspire everyone to take a more active role in
protecting the natural resources of our state,”
said T. Edwards Nickens, chairman of the Governor’s
Conservation Achievement Awards
Recipients receive a coveted statuette and certificate
at the gala Awards Banquet held in late February.
2007
Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards
Recipients |
Conservationist of the Year
James H. Coman III
Wildlife Conservationist of the Year
Richard Lancia
Sportsman of the Year
Lloyd Goode
Land Conservationist of the Year
Jimmy Brown/Energy United
Water Conservationist of the Year
Steve Turley
Forest Conservationist of the Year
Rob Messick
Air Conservationist of the Year
Avron Friedman
Environmental Educator of the Year
Elizabeth “Betsy” Craig
Conservation Communicator of the Year
Tony Robinson
Municipal Conservationist of the Year
Jackson County, NC County Commission
Business Conservationist of the Year
J & B Aquafood
Hunter Safety Education Instructor/Organization
of the Year
Link Grass
Affiliates of the Year
<100 members
Sandhills Rod & Gun Club
>100 members
Rocky River Trout Unlimited
Natural Resources Agency
NC Sea Grant
Wildlife Volunteer
Frank Bragg
Youth
PhytoFinders of Kitty Hawk
Conservation Organization of the Year
Wake County Audubon
Legislator of the Year
Lucy Allen |
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