Achievements
Over the course of our history, many organizations and agencies have recognized the conservation efforts of Delaware Wild Lands and our staff.
APRIL 2007
CONSERVATIONIST OF THE YEAR AWARD
Conservationist of the Year Award presented to Holger H. Harvey by Delaware Ducks Unlimited for “lifelong contributions to Delaware wetlands, waterfowl, and wildlife”. Download the Ducks Unlimited Press Release (PDF)
2010
DELAWARE WETLAND WARRIOR AWARD
Delaware Wetland Warrior Award presented to Peter S. Martin by the State of Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control for “exemplary efforts to protect wetlands and what those wetlands provide to us”
MAY 2012
AL BROTHERS DEER MANAGER OF THE YEAR
Al Brothers Deer Manager of the Year presented to Ronald J. Haas by the Quality Deer Management Association
MAY 2012
FIRST LEGACY LANDS CERTIFICATION
First Legacy Lands Certification in the country presented to Delaware Wild Lands by the Quality Deer Management Association for distinctive management at the Great Cypress Swamp
MARCH 2013
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Volunteer of the Year presented to Andrew S. Martin by the Quality Deer Management Association
2019
National Bobwhite Conservation Initiative’s Firebird Conservation Award
New Castle County Land Steward and Programs Manager, Brenna Ness, was awarded the National Bobwhite Conservation Initiative’s Firebird Conservation Award from Dr. Justyn Foth, State of Delaware Waterfowl, Turkey and Upland Gamebird Biologist.
