Testimonials
"Congratulations on being selected to receive the Conservation Communicator of the Year award. Your excellent articles detailed the Division of Wildlife's education programs and the importance of introducing children to the outdoors." - Larry Mitchell Jr., League of Ohio Sportsmen, National Wildlife Federation.
"In the 35 years we have been in business, we have participated in many interviews for articles and your article is one of the nicest we've read." - Susi Larson, Whitewater Rafting, Colorado.
"I read your fishing article in the latest issue and it sparked something in me. I pulled out my old boat and cleaned it up and took my son out for a day of fishing for the first time ever. Thanks for lighting that spark." - Family Camping subscriber.
"Good article. I wish all of our writers submitted work like yours; very little editing." - Dave Newhouse, Pop Up Times magazine.
"We need a whole lot more articles like this that showcase the joys of getting kids involved in the outdoors. Keep up the great work." - Brent Lawrence, Bass Pro Shops.
"We received your map work, looks fine. This is a perfect go-and-do story. It has all the requisite detail and reference info and it's a good read to boot. Thanks much!" - Dusty Routh, Fishing and Hunting News magazine.
"Thanks for your time and expertise shared with your class at our event. Your energy and experience was appreciated by attendees." - Cheryl LaRosa, Women In The Outdoors.
"Congratulations on the well-deserved recognition. I also enjoy your work and hope you continue for years. Thank you for allowing so many people appreciate and understand our shared heritage." Sean D. Logan, Director of Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
"I just finished going through the story. I think it's a terrific piece of work. Truly captures the quality personality of the interviewee. His personality comes through in this story, which is a high compliment to you. Keep up the great work." - Mike Moore, Ohio Outdoor News.
"Congratulations on winning the Winnebago/OWAA writing contest again this year. The Division of Wildlife is repeatedly impressed with your work and we are proud that you have received this special recognition. Keep up the great work." - Steven Gray, Chief of Ohio DOW.
"Excellent job on your winning entry and your efforts to share with your readers the message that fishing and boating are unmatched family leisure activities." - Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation