MOTHER LODE CHAPTER AWARDS |
| • Chapter Service Award: Presented annually to a person who has made a substantial volunteer contribution to the chapter for many years and in many ways. • Luis Ireland Conservationist of the Year Award: Presented annually to a person who has shown extraordinary commitment to preserving the environment. • Gary Pichon Wilderness Award: Presented annually in honor of the late chapter conservation chair, for outstanding work in the preservation of wild areas. • Community Organizer of the Year: Presented in honor of excellence in community organizing. • Environmental Journalism Award: Presented to a person who furthers the cause of conservation through the use of the media. • Environmental Education Award • Sid Arnold Award for Outstanding Outings Leadership: Presented annually in honor of the late Sid Arnold (who served as an excellent outings leader for over 40 years) to a volunteer outings leader for his/her excellence, commitment and contribution to furthering the chapter's outings program.
GIVEN ON OCCASION: • Environmental Whistleblower Award • Civic Courage Award • Outstanding Staff Effort • Environmental Book Award • Special Outings Appreciation • Outstanding Public Official |