But this isn’t just about the beauty of our state. does a fantastic job, and I’m grateful for their work and for sponsoring tonight’s event. “We have unique wildlife and resources here in our state, and it’s important we protect them. “Thank you for your extraordinary commitment to conservation in this state we all love.” “As I look at the list of award winners – and the communities and organizations they represent – I see a microcosm of the many partners and stakeholders across this great state who make our work at the department possible,” Michael said. NCWF Board Chair John Hairr and Deputy Secretary Jeff Michael with the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources presented honorees with custom-made wildlife statuettes. “This year’s honorees are helping ensure we sustainably manage our state’s bountiful flora and fauna for future generations – North Carolinians who demonstrate promise and possibility while making great strides in preserving unique ecosystems and species.” “It’s always one of our favorite events of the year – a chance to celebrate the beauty of nature and the shared commitment of those working every day to protect, conserve and restore North Carolina’s wildlife, habitat and natural resources,” said Tim Gestwicki, NCWF CEO. The annual program brings together diverse conservationists to highlight wildlife conservation achievements and inspire others to take a more active role in protecting North Carolina’s natural resources for future generations. 10 at the Embassy Suites in Cary to hear uplifting stories of conservation heroes in their quests to learn more, do more, protect more, work hard and fight harder for North Carolina’s wild lives and wild places.įirst presented in 1958, the Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards are the highest natural resource honors given in the state. And the 58th Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards banquet was the place to honor 19 notable citizens of all ages and backgrounds who have done just that. Awards Banquet Highlights *Scroll to end for awards banquet photo gallery*Ĭonservation works, but it takes work to turn issues understanding into stewardship and stewardship into meaningful action.
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