History
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The Federation of Fly Fishers is a 46 year old international non-profit organization dedicated to the betterment of the sport of fly fishing through Conservation, Restoration and Education. The Federation of Fly Fishers and its Councils are the only organized advocate for fly fishers on a regional, national and international level.
The idea to create a national federation of fly fishing clubs by people who also were willing to take action, seems to have sprung up on both coasts in the early 1960's. In June 1965, the first Conclave of the Federation of Fly Fishers took place in Eugene Oregon and was hosted by the McKenzie Flyfishers. It was immediately a national organization with the inclusion not only of West Coast fly fishing clubs, but also the Theodore Gordon Flyfishers from New York. Twelve clubs had joined the Federation by the end of 1965, and by the second Conclave held at Jackson Hole Wyoming in September 1966, the number of clubs had risen to 29.
"It occurs to me that a loose federation of fly fishing groups could be of considerable value."
Letter from Lee Wulff to Bob Wethern of the Flyfishers Club of Oregon May 27, 1964
Lew Bell and Lee Wulff presented the first draft of the Constitution at the 1965 meeting, and Wulff suggested the reel emblem of the Federation. Many other nationally known fly fishers were present, including Ted Trueblood, Ed Zern, Pete Hidy and Polly Rosborough. A new creation, one that would represent the interests of fly fishermen was underway, and as time passed the famous who affiliate with the FFF seems to have included just about anybody who was anyone.
Today the FFF has grown to over 300 clubs, and the organization is moving more and more toward being an organization comprised of individual members. Our goal is to support fisheries conservation and educational programs for all fish and all waters. Anywhere fly fishers have an interest, the FFF can and does play a role.
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Mission
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Our Bylaws state the purpose of the Federation as follows:
- Advance the art, science and sport of flyfishing as a way of fishing most consistent with the preservation and use of game fish resources;
- Be a political voice for organized fly fishing;
- Promote conservation of recreational resources;
- Facilitate and improve the knowledge of fly fishing;
- Elevate the standard of integrity, honor, and courtesy of anglers:
- Cherish the spirit of fellowship among anglers everywhere;
- Establish and maintain liaison with other organizations of anglers and conservationists and government agencies concerned with the sport of angling; and
- Keep its members informed of developments of interest to the membership.
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Motto
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Conserving, Restoring, Educating through Fly Fishing...aka "We are haunted by waters, so we choose to make a difference for the fish that live in them."
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Annual Report
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The organization issues an annual report each year. Please click the link below to download the report.
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Awards
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Each year at the International Fly Fishing Fair, awards are given to various individuals and groups who exemplify the mission and values of the FFF. We take these awards seriously, following clearly defined procedures and criteria. If you would like to nominate someone based on their contributions to our sport, please complete the Award Nominations Form. Deadline for nominations is April 1 of each year.
The Casting Board of Governors also present awards each year. More information may be obtained by visting the Casting Awards page of this website.
Click the links below to access information and form needed to nominate an individual or business. Questions may directed to Herb Kettler, FFF Awards Chairman.
Previous FFF Award Recipients
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| The Order of the Lapis Lazuli Award- The ultimate award of the Federation. Thus, the consideration for individual achievement is extremely strict. Services and contribution to the Federation must be prominent and extraordinary, and above all, they must be long term (at least 8 years). They must be significanly above the creiteria that would merit consideration for any other award.highest level of recognition bestowed on an individual who has demonstrated. |
| 1970 |
Ed Strickland |
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1971 |
Gene Andregg |
| 1974 |
Lee Wulff |
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1975 |
Arnold Gingrich |
| 1978 |
Jim Eriser |
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1979 |
Enos Bradner |
| 1981 |
J. Stanley Lloyd |
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1984 |
Gardner Grant |
| 1986 |
Lefty Kreh |
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1987 |
Bob Cuningham |
| 1989 |
Gordy Young |
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1990 |
Bill Nelson |
| 1992 |
Marty Seldon |
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1993 |
Keith Groty |
| 1996 |
J.D. Skip Hosfield |
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1997 |
Joan Wulff |
| 1997 |
Fred Stevenson |
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1998 |
Darwin Atkin |
| 1999 |
Ralph Moon |
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2000 |
Charles Nelson |
| 2004 |
L.D. "Buck" Goodrich |
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2006 |
Mel Kreiger |
| 2006 |
Greg Pitts |
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2007 |
Jim Schramm |
| 2008 |
Bob Jacklin |
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2011 |
Tom Jindra |
| 2012 |
Ron Cordes |
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| Federator of the Year Award- An award presented to that individual or director who has demonstrated unusual devotion to the FFF, and through outstanding contributions has benefited the Federation as a National or international organization. |
| 1966 |
Ed Strickland |
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1966 |
Herman Kessler |
| 1968 |
Philip Blazovic
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1969 |
Gene Anderegg |
| 1970 |
Dr. James Gilford |
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1971 |
Will Godfrey |
| 1972 |
Phile Chase
Ray Fisher
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1973 |
Paul Collier |
| 1974 |
James Eriser |
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1975 |
Stanley Lloyd |
| 1976 |
Charles Nelson |
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1977 |
Steve Raymond |
| 1978 |
Gardner Grant |
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1979 |
Errol Champion |
| 1980 |
Karl Glander |
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1981 |
Marty Seldon |
| 1982 |
Bob Cuningham |
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1983 |
Danny Beatty |
| 1984 |
Bud Lily
Brian Anderson |
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1985 |
Virgina Buszek-Perry |
| 1986 |
Barbara Rohrer
Keith Groty |
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1987 |
Jean Young
J.D. "Skip" Hosfield |
| 1988 |
Joan Wulff
Starr Thurston |
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1989 |
Pat Moon
Al Wilkey
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| 1990 |
Mary Black
Allen Rohrer |
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1991 |
Jean Black
Jim Schramm |
| 1992 |
Linda "Sam" Thomas
Bas Verschoor |
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1993 |
Judy Lehmberg
Fred Stevenson |
| 1994 |
Sally Ann Brown
Al Beatty |
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1995 |
Maggie Merriman
Terry Lyons |
| 1996 |
Joan Whitlock
Darwin Atkin |
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1997 |
Lovell Lawrence (Larry) Hampy |
| 1998 |
Dorothy Schramm
Greg Pitts |
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1999 |
Rhea Topping
Tom Jindra |
| 2000 |
Tracie Maler |
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2001 |
Gretchen Beatty
Keith Burkhart |
| 2002 |
Steven Jensen |
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2003 |
Ruth Zinck
Ken Jennings |
| 2004 |
Carol Staples
Bob Jacklin |
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2005 |
Pat Smith
Ron Cordes |
| 2006 |
Carol Oglesby
Roger Maler |
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2007 |
Judy Boston
Pete Greenan |
| 2008 |
Herb Kettler |
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2009 |
Rick Williams |
| 2010 |
Phil Greenlee |
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2011 |
Carl Johnson |
| 2012 |
Bud Frasca |
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McKenzie Cup – A rotating award, given annually to that FFF Club which has made an outstanding contribution on behalf of the FFF.
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1967
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United Fly Tyers of Boston – MA
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1995
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Aquabonita Fly Fishers – CA
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1968
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Pend Oreille Fly Fishing Club – ID
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1996
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Mid-South Fly Fishers – TN
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1969
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The Steamboaters – OR
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1997
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Central Oregon Flyfishers – OR
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1970
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Indianapolis Fly Casters – IN
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1998
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Greater Flint Muddler Minnows – MI
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1971
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Washington Fly Fishing Club – WA
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2000
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North Idaho Fly Casters – ID
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1972
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Theodore Gordon Flyfishers – NY
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2000
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Flint Hills Fly Fishing Club – MI
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1973
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Green Country Fly Fishers – OK
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2001
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Flygirls – MI
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1974
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Connecticut Fly Fisherman’s Assoc – CT
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2002
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Southern Oregon Fly Fishers – OR
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1975
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Boise Valley Fly Fisherman – ID
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2004
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St. Joseph River Valley Fly Fishers – IN
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1976
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Pasadena Casting Club – CA
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2005
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Ozark Fly Fishers – MO
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1977
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Diablo Valley Fly Fisherman – CA
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2005
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North Coast Fly Fishers – OH
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1978
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Inland Empire Fly Fishing Club – WA
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2006
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Michigan Fly Fishing Club – MI
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1979
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Fontinalis Fly Fisherman – NY
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2007
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Evergreen Fly Fishing Club – WA
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1980
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Rogue Flyfishers – OR
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2007
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West Michigan Hacklers – MI
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1981
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Red Cedar Fly Fishers – MI
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2008
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Puget Sound Flyfishers – WA
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1982
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Flycasters of San Jose – CA
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2009
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Magic City Fly Fishers – MT
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1983
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Kaweah Flyfishers – CA
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2011
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Olympic Peninsula Fly Fishers - WA
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1984
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Clark-Skamania Fly Fishers – WA
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2012
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Acadiana Flyrodders of Lafayette - LA
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1985
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West Slope Chapter TU – Montana
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2012
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Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers - CA
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1986
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Pasadena Casting Club – CA
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1987
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Upper Snake River Chapter TU – ID
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Buz Buszek Memorial Award – An award presented to the person who has made significant contributions to the arts of fly tying.
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1970
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Jacqueline Knight
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1991
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Wayne Luallen
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1971
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A. I. Anderson
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1992
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Stanley Walters
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1972
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Dave Whitlock
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1993
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Chuck Echer
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1973
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George Grant
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1994
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Royce Dam
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1974
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Ken Bay
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1995
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Marvin Nolte
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1975
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E. H. “Polly” Rosborough
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1996
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Ned Long
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1976
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John Schollenberger
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1997
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Judy Lehmberg
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1977
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Andre Puyans
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1998
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Jeff “Bear” Andrews
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1978
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George Harvey
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1999
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Al Beatty
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1979
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Everett Drake
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2000
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Bob Jacklin
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1980
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Boyd Aigner
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2001
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Bruce Staples
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1981
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Doug Prince
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2002
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Helen Shaw Kessler
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1982
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Darwin Atkin
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2003
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Bill Heckel
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1983
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Art Flick
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2004
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Chris Helm
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1984
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Frank Johnson
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2005
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Reginald Denny
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1985
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Bill Blackstone
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2006
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Gary Borger
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1986
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Billy Munn
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2007
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John Van DerHoof
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1987
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Dick Nelson
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2008
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Henry Hoffman
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1988
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Bing Lempke
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2009
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John Newbury
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1989
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Jimmy Nix
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2010
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Scott Sanchez
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1990
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Kent Bulfinch
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2011
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Tony Spezio
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2012 |
Steven Fernandez |
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FFF Conservation Award – An award presented to a person, group or organization which has made extraordinary contributions to the conservation of our fisheries resources in the past year.
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1978
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Dave Whitlock
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1994
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Bill Jennings, Wyoming Flycasters
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1979
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Paul McCloskey
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1995
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Robert W. Nicholson
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1979
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Bob Cunningham
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1996
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John Crocker
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1980
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Cecil Andrus
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1997
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Nick DiCroce, Henry’s Fork Foundation
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1980
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Frank Richardson
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1999
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Richard Izmirian, John Sager
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1981
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Milton Hirshberger
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2000
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Dan Iwata, John Varley
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1982
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Art Lohman Roy Haile, Bob Cunningham, “The Mad Men”
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2001
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Jim Schramm
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1983
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Ron Marcoux, Ron Jones
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2002
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Vernon Young
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1984
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George Reiger, Edwin Pister
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2003
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Richard Brown, Frank Moore, United Anglers of Casa Grande High School
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1985
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Robert H. Boyle, Jim & Ann Edmondson
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2004
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Ed Ferrogairo, Doug Hutzell
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1986
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Phil Able
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2005
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Verne Lehmberg
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1987
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Fly Fisherman Magazine
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2006
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Wolf River Conservancy
Mitch Keiler
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1988
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Donn Furman, Henry’s Fork Foundation, Michigan Natural Resource Commission
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2007
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Mark Rockwell, Cindy Charles
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1989
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Dr. Charles M. Loveless, Robert Baiocchi
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2008
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Rusty Gates, Evergreen Fly Fishing Club
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1990
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The Steamboaters, Peter Silberhorn, Fred Houwink, Stanford Miller
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2009
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Stripers Forever
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1991
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Franklin Moquette, Don Stehsel, Nature Conservancy, Spencer Turner
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2009
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Jayne Ferrante
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1992
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R. Brett Matzke, Montana Land Reliance
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2010
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Bill Redman
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1993
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Michigain Hydro Re-Licensing Coalition, Pete Soverel, Lars Ake-Olsson
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2011
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Yvon Chouinard
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2012 |
Robert Tabbert |
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FFF Environmental Conservation Scholarship – A scholarship given occasionally to individuals enrolled in graduate school pursuing an advanced degree (MSc, PhD, LLD, JD) that will have application to solving environmental issues relating to water quality and/or protection of native fish species and their aquatic habitats. presented to an individual honoring them for a lifetime of fisheries conservation effort and work.
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2011
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Lee Van Put
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Leopold Award – An award presented to an individual honoring them for a lifetime of fisheries conservation effort and work.
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2001
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Dave Rosgen
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2007
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Karl Wickstrom
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2002
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Ted Williams
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2008
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Rick Williams
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2003
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Jim Lichatowich
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2009
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David Philipp
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2004
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Robert J. Benhke
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2010
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Robert Hunter
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2005
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Peter Bisson
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2011
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Jack Stanford
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2006
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Rip Cunningham
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2012
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Robert Greswell |
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Stanley Lloyd Conservation Award – A financial grant awarded to an FFF Club working on a current or future project related to fisher conservation enhancement and preservation.
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1992
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Sierra Pacific Fisheries
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1999
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Northern Arizona Flycasters
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1993
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Missouri River Flyfishers
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2000
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Mid-South Fly Fishers
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1994
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Anglers of the Ausable
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2001
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Stonefly Society
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1995
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Mid-South Fly Fishers
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2002
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Cintral OR Fly Fishers, Theodore Gordon Fly Fishers
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1996
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Upper Snake River Cutthroats
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2003
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Lakeshore Chapter of Trout Unlimited
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1998
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Idle Hour Fly Fishers
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2006
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Creekside Anglers Club
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Dr. James Henshall Warmwater Fisheries Award – An award presented to an individual contributing to warmwater fly fishing and fisheries in memory of Dr. James A. Henshall, 19th century author and early advocate for bass as a gamefish.
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1985
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Phil Chapman
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1995
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Jack Ellis
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1986
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Tom Nixon
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1996
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Robert W. Hayner
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1987
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Dave Whitlock
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1998
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Friends of the White River
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1989
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Lefty Kreh
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1999
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Tom Farmer, Dennis Galyardt
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1990
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Larry Dahlberg
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2000
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Charles Waterman, Fred Stevenson
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1991
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Smallmouth Bass Alliance
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2004
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Danon Moxley
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1992
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Bob Clouser
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2007
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Dr. Guy Harrison
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1993
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Tim Holschlag
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Robert J. Marriott Scholarship Award – A cash grant given annually to a deserving student in undergraduate or graduate biology or similar field who is specializing in fishery management, cold or warm waters, fresh water or salt.
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2006
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Kiza Gates
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2010
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Audrey Djunaedi
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2007
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James Boyd
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2011
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Audrey Djunaedi
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2008
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Schuyler Dunphy
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Memorial Life Awards -The Memorial Life Membership Award program provides an FFF life membership in the name of an individual who has contributed significantly to fly fishing. Four funds have been established to support these life membership memorials.
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Don Harger Memorial Award
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1978
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Mrs. Roderick Haig-Brown
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1993
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Robert Redford, Patrick Markey
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1979
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Lefty Kreh
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1994
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Charles L. Cole
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1980
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Ted Trueblood
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1996
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Terry & Roxanne Wilson
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1981
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Bob Cunningham
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1999
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Kent Bulfinch
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1982
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Dave Whitlock
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2000
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Joe Humphreys
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1983
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Leon Chandler
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2001
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Doug Hutzell
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1985
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Dave Engerbretson
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2003
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Bob Signorello
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1986
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Janet Downey
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2004
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Don Heyden
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1987
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Ralph Moon
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2005
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Rob Schnabel
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1988
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Grace Brooks
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2006
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Allen Crise, Dan Berry
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1989
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Steve Jensen
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2007
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Henry Hoffman, Ed Rice
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1990
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John Fabian
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2008
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Tony Spezio, Gordy Hill
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1991
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Valentine Atkinson
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2009
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Rod McGarry
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1992
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Mike & Shirley Kossow
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2010
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Carl Johnson
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2012 |
Robert Tabbert |
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Arnold Gingrich Literary Award
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1978
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Ernest S. Schweibert
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1991
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Gary LaFontaine
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1979
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George Grant
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1992
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George Hobson
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1980
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Charles Brooks
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1993
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Russell Chatham
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1981
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Mike Fong
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1998
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Jim Schollmeyer
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1982
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Barbara Rohrer
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1999
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Phil Shook
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1983
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Eric Leiser
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2000
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Rick Hafele
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1984
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Charles Fox
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2003
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John Shewey
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1985
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Dennis Bitton, Bobbie Wolverton
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2004
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Judy Boston
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1986
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Nick Lyons, Steve Raymond
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2005
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Art of Angling Journal
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1988
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Jim Casada
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2007
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Scott Sanchez
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1989
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Chuck & Sharon Tryon
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2008
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Jack Gartside
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1990
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Dan Blanton
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2010
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Les Johnson
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Lew Jewett Memorial Award
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1979
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Gary Borger
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1997
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Harold “Butch” Mayer
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1980
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Allan Rohrer
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1998
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Paul Bowen
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1981
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Lou Rossi
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1999
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Buck Goodrich
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1982
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Maggie Merriman, Bill Heckel
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2000
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Bill Halls
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1983
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Tony Wendtland
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2001
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Lowell Finney
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1984
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Bing Lempke, Bob Brunsell
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2002
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Bob Sousa, Jim Green
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1985
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Dave Hughes
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2003
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Rhea Topping
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1986
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Lou Bischof
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2004
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Bruce Richards, Bill Bakke
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1987
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Ken Heimbecker
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2005
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Al Buhr, Terry Greiner
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1988
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Bob Trowbridge
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2006
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Joe Valencic, John Colburn
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1989
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Paul McKenzie, Dorothy Bergman
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2007
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Mac Caradine, W. W. “Bill” Lewis
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1991
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Sally Ann Brown
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2008
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Bill Redman, Phil & Doreen Romans, John Newbury
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1993
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Pat Moon
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2009
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Colleen Jenkins
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1994
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W. E. Barnett
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2010
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Bill Gammel, Earl Stanek
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1995
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Daniel Iwata
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2011
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Bob Krumm
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2012 |
Ann Miller |
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Charles E. Brooks Memorial Award
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1987
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Darwin Atkin
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1999
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Fred Houwink
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1988
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Chuck Newmyer
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2000
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John Bailey
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1989
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Dennis Bitton
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2001
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Jim Abbs
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1990
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Dick Thies
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2002
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Dave Engerbretson
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1991
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Fred Stevenson
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2003
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John Daniel “Dan” Callaghan
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1992
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Larry Duckwall
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2004
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R. L. “Stew” Stewart
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1993
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Angus Black
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2006
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John Berry
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1994
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Lou Bischof
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2007
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Kelly Galloup
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1995
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Charlene Hanson
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2008
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Bob Lay
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1997
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Dick Nelson
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2009
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Arthur Mazzier
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1998
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Bruce Staples
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2011
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Al Brewster
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Lee Wulff Award – An award to recognize manufacturers or a retail business that demonstrates outstanding innovation in the fly fishing industry through their products and stewardship.
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1990
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Orvis Company, Scientific Anglers, Cortland Line Co., Fenwick
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2001
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Whiting Farms, Inc.
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1991
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Metz Hatchery
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2002
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Bob Marriotts Fly Fishing Store
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1992
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Sage Manufacturing
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2003
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Blue Ribbon Flies
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1993
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The Patagonia Company
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2005
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Wolf River Trading Company
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1994
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Henry Hoffman
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2006
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Wasatch Custom Angling Products
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1995
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Wapsi Fly Company
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2007
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Temple Fork Outfitters
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1996
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Fly Fisherman Magazine
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2008
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The Fly Show
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1997
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Loon Outdoors
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2010
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Mike Michalak
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1998
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Hareline Dubbin
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2011
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Jim Murphy – Hardy North America
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2000
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Abel Fly Reels
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2011
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LaMoyne Hyde – Hyde Drift Boats
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2012 |
Kern River Fly Shop |
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Ambassador Award – An award presented to the fly fisher who meets certain high standards of sportsmanship, fishing skill and stream-side etiquette in taking and conserving gam fish internationally.
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1984
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Cal Dunbar
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1995
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Hans Ruedi Hebisen
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1985
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Leon Chandler
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1999
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Mel Kreiger
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1986
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Jean Young
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2000
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Marty Seldon
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1987
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Dave Whitlock
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2001
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Jack Dennis
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1988
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Bas Verschoor
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2005
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Charles Jardine
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1990
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Darwin Atkin
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2007
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Phil Greenlee
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1991
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Berris D. Samples
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2010
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Dan McCrimmom
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1992
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Jack Gartside
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2010
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Denise Maxwell
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1993
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Curt Gowdy
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Roderick Haig-Brown Award – An award presented to a fly fishing author whose work embodies the philosophy and spirit of Roderick Haig-Brown, particularly a respect for the ethics and traditions of fly fishing and an understanding of rivers, the inhabitants and their environments.
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1991
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Nick Lyons
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1999
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Art Lingren
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1993
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Steve Raymond
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2000
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Thomas McGuane
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1994
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John Geirach
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2001
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Gary LaFontaine
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1996
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Ted Leeson
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2004
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Mid-South Fly Fishers
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1998
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Seth Norman
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2006
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Paul Schullery
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2012 |
Darrel Martin |
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Silver King Award – A saltwater award, named after the highly prized saltwater trophy, the Tarpon. It is presented to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to the sport of saltwater angling.
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1994
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Lefty Kreh
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2000
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Phil Shook
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1995
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Dan Blanton
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2004
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Jeff Pierce
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1996
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Bruce Ferguson
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2006
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Don Larmouth
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1998
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Jon Cave
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2011
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Nick Curcione
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1999
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Lou Tabory
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Dick Nelson Fly Tying Teaching Award – An award presented to an individual who excels in teaching the art of fly tying to tiers at all skill levels.
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2000
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Chuck Newmyer
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2006
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Bob Trowbridge
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2001
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Michael Verduin
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2007
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Andre Puyans
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2002
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Buck Goodrich
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2008
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Bob Lay
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2003
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Benson Kanemoto
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2009
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Donald R. VanBuren
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2004
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Grant Davis
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2011
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Frank Johnson
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2005
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Cliff Adams
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| The Legends of Fly Fishing - "Legends of Fly Fly Fishing" was the theme for the Conclave 2003. Leslie Dal Lago of Idaho Falls, Idaho is a fly fishing guide and professional film producer who created an outstanding video honoring fourteen of the fly fishing's legends. The film debuted at the Legends Banquet. The superstars in Leslie's video included the following people: |
| Fly Fishing Legends |
| Jeff Andrews |
Darwin Atkin |
Al Beatty |
Bill Blackstone |
| Leon Chandler |
Jack Dennis |
Bruce Ferguson |
Kelly Galloup |
| Jim Green |
Bill Heckel |
Henry Hoffman |
Joe Humphreys |
| Bob Jacklin |
Charles Jardine |
Mel Kreiger |
Mike Lawson |
| Judy Lehmberg |
Wayne Luallen |
Craig Matthews |
Maggie Merriman |
| Bill Munn |
Bill Nelson |
Marvin Nolte |
Andrew Puyans |
| Steve Rajeff |
Bruce Staples |
Joan Wulff |
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2008 Council Award of Excellence Recipients
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ERMC
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Richard (Rick) Weisberg
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SWC
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Carole Katz
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SOC
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Sister Carol Ann Corley
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ORC
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Dwight Klemin
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MAC
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John Brognard
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OHC
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Jim Stone
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GCC
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Mark Delaney
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NEC
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Robert Ford
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NCC
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Dave Ford
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WRMC
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Bob Long, Buck Goodrich
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WSC
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Vern Jeremica
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FLC
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Gary Meyer
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GLC
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Wolf Schrey
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SEC
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Mike Arnold, Wanda Taylor
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2009 Council Award of Excellence Recipients
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ERMC
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Mark Steffen
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ORC
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Alan Canfield
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SOC
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Chuck Easterling
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OHC
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Jerry Polen
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MAC
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NEC
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Paul Metzger
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GCC
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L. F. “Buzzy” Burns
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WRMC
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Bob Long
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NCC
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Derrell Bridgman
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FLC
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GLC
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Inge Schrey
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SEC
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SWC
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Bob Middo, Mickey Powell
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WSC
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Jerry McBride
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2010 Council Award of Excellence Recipients
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ERMC
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John Trammell
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SWC
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Ray Bianco, Aguabonita Flyfishers Club
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SOC
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Lawrence Murphy
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ORC
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Sherry Steele
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MAC
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OHC
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Paul Blanch
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NEC
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Leslie Wrixon, Paul Metzer
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WRMC
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Buck & Faye Goodrich, Ben & Carollee Goodrich
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GCC
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Brooks Bouldin
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FLC
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NCC
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Mark Rockwell
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SEC
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Mike Arnold
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GLC
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Mark Johnson
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WSC
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Larry Gibbs
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2011 Council Award of Excellence Recipients
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ERMC
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Jim Aubrey
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OHC
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FLC
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ORC
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Jim Ferguson
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GLC
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Colleen Jenkins
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SEC
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Karen Brand
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GCC
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Ned Lunt
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SOC
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Chet Smith
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MAC
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SWC
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Stephen Piper
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NCC
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Dave Ford
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WSC
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Mike Clancy
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NEC
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Patricia “Sam” Decker
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WRMC
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Will Godrey
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2012 Council Award of Excellence Recipients
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ERMC
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Bruce Williams |
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ORC
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Carol LaBranche
Kim DeVries |
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FLC
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Tracie Maler |
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SEC
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Mike Arnold |
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GLC
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Mike Matuszewski |
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SOC |
Dennis Reed |
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GCC
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Sidney Smith |
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SWC |
Carl Laski |
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MAC
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UMWC |
Art Mazzier |
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NCC
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Bobbie Armor
Vicki Fenner |
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WSC
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Len Zickler |
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NEC
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Glenn Erikson, Ph.D |
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WRMC
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Dave Londeree
Duane Marler
Harley Reno |
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| CBOG – Casting Board of Governors Awards |
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Lifetime Achievement in Fly Casting Instruction Award - An award given by the Board of Governors of the FFF Casting Instructor Program (BOG) in recognition of those who have made significant contributions to the art of fly casting instruction.
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Floyd Franke
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2009 |
Al Kyte
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2012
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Gordy Hill
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2008
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Bruce Richards
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2011
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Gary Borger
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2007
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Al & Barbara Rohrer
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2011
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Macauley Lord
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2006
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Leon Chandler
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2010
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Al Buhr
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2005
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Jim Green, Lefty Kreh, Mel Krieger, Joan Wulff
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Mel Krieger Fly Casting Instructor Award - An award given by the Board of Governors of the FFF Casting Instructor Program (BOG) in recognition of those who have made significant contributions to the F.F.F. Casting Instructor Certification Program, have dedicated themselves to fly casting instruction, and have shared their knowledge with others.
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Denise Maxwell
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2009
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Floyd Franke
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2008
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Tom White
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2007
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Joe Libeu
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Governors Mentoring Award - An award given by the Board of Governors of the FFF Casting Instructor Program (BOG) in recognition of continued support of the Casting Instructor Certification Program through mentoring, teaching and inspiring students.
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2011
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Aaron Reimer
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Kirk Eberhard |
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Governor's Pin - An award given by the Chairman of the Board of Governors to an IFFF Casting Instructor Program (BOG) in recognition of their service to the Casting Instructor Certification Program.
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2012
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Hutch Hutchinson
Carl McNeil
Jeff Wagner |
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| 2011 |
Macauley Lord
Denise Maxwell |
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If you know a member or business who has made a significant contribution to our sport and
meets the criteria please nominate them for the appropriate award. Deadline for
nominations is April 1 of each year.
Questions may be directed to Herb Kettler, Awards Chairman
OHC
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