Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Receives OSCF’s Conservation Partner of the Year Award
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) is proud to present Chuck Sykes, Director of ADCNR Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division and Billy Pope, ADCNR Marketing and Communications Director with our State Wildlife Agency Conservation Partner of the Year Award.
“Alabama DCNR Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries is firing on all cylinders. They understand the power of partnerships when it comes to recruiting new participants and promoting the positive contributions of HATS (Hunters, Anglers, Trappers and Shooters)”. noted Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation’s Board of Directors Vice-Chair Jenifer Wisniewski. “The ADCNR has been such a terrific partner that they were the clear choice for this award and we thank them for all their hard work.”
ADCNR and Outdoor Stewards partnered on several projects. Key among them included a ‘Connecting with Conservation’ event that featured a tour of Anniston, AL based Creedmoor Sports, as well as a newly purchased property that is the sight of a future ADCNR recreational shooting range. A brief video was created from this event that informs and thanks customers for being primary funders of wildlife conservation efforts in the Cotton State. Video link:
Additionally, several ADCNR staff participated in a deer hunt for new hunters during the filming of an episode of N.onT.ypical Outdoorsman TV that also featured staff from OSCF and the National Deer Association. The television episode highlighted the importance of mentoring and inviting new hunters to come with you in an effort to recruit the next generation of hunters. The show ran on Pursuit Channel and can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5uW3muNUEY
“Our staff had a terrific time partnering with the Outdoor Stewards team on these projects.” mentioned Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Director Chuck Sykes. “ADCNR is dedicated to expanding and improving outdoor recreational opportunities for our customers and we thank OSCF for the opportunity to partner on such important projects.”
Watch for yet another partnership between ADCNR and OSCF this summer with the ‘Fill A Bag While Filling Your Tag” national conservation engagement program.
About OSCF
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that works with all facets of the outdoor industry to improve cultural acceptance of hunting, fishing, trapping and target shooting. We use research-based communications and engagement programs that help recruit the next generation of HATS (Hunters, Anglers, Trappers and Shooters) and promote the fact that HATS are primary funders and stewards of conservation in America. To learn more about OSCF programs; “Fill A Bag While Filling Your Tag”, “Come With!”, “Connecting with Conservation” and the “Outdoor Industry Communication Council,” please visit www.OutdoorStewards.org or contact Jim Curcuruto at (203) 450-7202, jim@stewardsofconservation.org
About ADCNR
ADCNR promotes wise stewardship, management and enjoyment of Alabama’s natural resources through four divisions: Marine Resources, State Lands, State Parks, and Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. The ADCNR, Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division is charged by law to protect, manage and enhance the state’s fish and wildlife resources. The division meets these responsibilities by carrying out coordinated, scientifically sound enforcement, management, research, development, and educational programs designed to ensure protection and enhancement of fish and wildlife populations and habitats for the sustainable benefit of the people of Alabama. The division is funded by the sales of hunting and fishing licenses and matching federal money. Learn more at www.outdooralabama.com
