Phoenix, AZ -(AmmoLand.com)- The Arizona Elk Society (AES) is pleased to announce that two AES board members have received prestigious awards from the Arizona Department of Game and Fish Commission.
The purpose of the awards is to recognize Arizonans who have contributed significantly to the conservation of the state’s wildlife, its outdoor heritage and the mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. AES President Richard Williams received the “2015 Mentor of the Year” award and Executive Director, Steve Clark received the “2015 Conservationist of the Year” award.
The recipients of the Commission awards were selected at the Commission’s meeting held on September 4, 2015. The Commission honored the recipients at the Annual Arizona Game and Fish Commission Awards Banquet, which took place Saturday January 16, 2016, at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix.
Rich and Steve both have an unyielding passion for wildlife and preserving hunting heritage across the State of Arizona, their dedication to conservation and preservation is greatly appreciated and also clearly recognizable in the meadows where they restore habitat for many species, and in the youth they mentor through on-going AES outdoor educational programs.
For more information about AES wildlife projects and youth programs, visit our website www.arizonaelksociety.org.
About the Arizona Elk Society:
Established in 2001, the Arizona Elk Society (AES) is an Arizona non-profit organization to benefit elk and other wildlife in Arizona through habitat conservation and restoration. The organization works with government agencies and other organizations to provide their services. It prides itself in providing “hands on” support that conserves and enhances wildlife habitat in Arizona. It further promotes our hunting heritage for present and future generations through special youth education programs regarding conservation, hunting and outdoor activities.
For more information, visit: www.arizonaelksociety.org.