Banquet will celebrate state’s wildlife, outdoor heritage

The Arizona Game and Fish Commission’s upcoming Commission Awards Banquet will recognize statewide residents who have contributed significantly to the conservation of the state’s wildlife, its outdoor heritage, and the mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

The event takes place Saturday, Jan. 17 at the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort, Highland Plaza, 11111 N. 7th St., in Phoenix.

Fifteen award recipients chosen at the commission's September meeting in Eagar will be honored at the banquet:

Award of Excellence – Ed Sanchez and David Fernandez

Youth Conservationist of the Year – Matthew Hong

Media of the Year – Mike Russell

Conservation Organization of the Year – Tom Hannagan, Desert Fence Busters

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