Conservation awards presented at Sweet Arrow Lake
By John E. Usalis, Republican & Herald, Pottsville, Pa. | |
McClatchy-Tribune Information Services |
The protection and preservation of the environment, along with educational projects and programs to teach about nature and enjoy it with respect, are the heart of the annual awards. There were 11 awards presented to individuals, companies, organizations and school groups.
A major award each year is the
Accepting the award were farm owners
"The Dauberts have been working with the
According to Hinkel, the Dauberts are ahead of the curve on another practice that helps protect the land.
"There has been a big push in recent years to encourage farmers to adopt no-till and cover crops to reduce erosion and improve soil health," Hinkel said. "Most farmers have only adopted these practices in the last few years, but the Dauberts saw those benefits a long time ago, as they have been doing both for 30 years."
Hinkel concluded, "
Environmental education coordinator
"We'd like to thank the conservation district for giving us this award,"
Hinkel welcomed everyone as the awards ceremony began after a luncheon provided by
The following 2014
--Volunteer of the Year:
--Educator of the Year:
--Professional of the Year:
--Media Conservation Award:
--Forest Stewardship Award:
--Organization of the Year: Penn State Schuylkill students under the guidance of Leadership and Development and Community Service Coordinator
--Conservation Service Award-Business:
--Conservation Service Award-Business:
--Youth Conservationist of the Year:
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--Conservation Award of Public Service:
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