Friday, April 12, 2019

Arizona: Deadline to Submit Outdoor HoF Nominations April 30

PHOENIX — Wildlife and outdoors enthusiasts are reminded that nominations for the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame will be accepted through 5 p.m. April 30, 2019.

The Outdoor Hall of Fame was developed by the Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation and annually recognizes individuals and organizations that have made significant and lasting contributions toward Arizona’s wildlife, the welfare of its natural resources, and the state’s outdoor heritage. Those selected for induction will be honored in August at the Outdoor Hall of Fame Banquet.

To submit a nomination, download a form (also found on the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame web page), complete it and return a scanned copy along with all supplemental materials to:

Rebecca Bouquot
wildlifefortomorrow@gmail.com

Or, you can mail the completed form and materials to:

Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation
c/o Arizona Game and Fish Department
Attn: Rebecca Bouquot, Outdoor Hall of Fame Nominations
5000 W. Carefree Highway
Phoenix, AZ 85086

Past Outdoor Hall of Fame inductees have been individuals with backgrounds in wildlife volunteerism, corporate leadership, politics, wildlife and the media, including Ben Avery, Barry Goldwater, Morris Udall, John McCain, Bill Quimby, Tom Woods, Steve Hirsch, as well as groups and organizations such as Adobe Mountain Wildlife Center Volunteers, Arizona Antelope Foundation, Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club, Arizona Deer Association, National Wild Turkey Federation, Safari Club International, Audubon Arizona, Arizona Public Service and Salt River Project.

Wildlife for Tomorrow was created in 1990 to enhance the management, protection and enjoyment of Arizona’s fish and wildlife resources. The foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works closely with the Arizona Game and Fish Department to provide additional support for projects and education activities where traditional resources are not adequate. For more information, visit www.wildlifefortomorrow.org.