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The purpose of the award is to recognize those foxhunting
clubs, individuals and organizations that have made significant and enduring
contributions towards the preservation of rural countryside and its flora and
fauna. Nominee data (in accordance with the following
guidelines) must be provided to the MFHA Conservation Committee.
We hope that you will give serious thought to potential awardees in your hunting
area. There is no greater threat to our sport than the loss of hunting venue; no
more painful loss than the serenity and peace of provided by the pastoral scene.
There is no greater injustice than not to recognize those people and
organizations that toil to keep us close to the land and the wild animals that
enhance our very existence.
Questions concerning this award should be directed to
J. W. Y. Martin, Jr., MFH
of the Conservation Committee.
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J. W. Y. Martin, Jr., MFH
MFHA Conservation Chairman
Worthington Farms, 2700 Tufton Ave.
Glyndon, MD 21071
(410) 833-1167 phone
(410) 833-3666 fax |
AWARD GUIDELINES
Activities to be focused upon may include, but are not limited to:
1. Distinctive and continuing programs for maintaining wildlife habitat - not
just for foxes or coyotes - but for all rural fauna and flora
2. A systematic approach to the placement of significant amounts of open lands
into perpetual easement - hunting, scenic, historical, conservation, etc.
3. Fostering and supporting a conservation organization or foundation to
conserve large tracts of land and the indigenous wildlife
4. Organized efforts aimed at educating the general public - particularly the
young - on the need for conservation of natural resources.
5. The formation of alliances or working in concert with other conservation
organizations.
6. Evidence of sustained political activity in the furtherance of open land
preservation.
7. A Hunt which contributed a great deal toward the fostering and maintaining of
conservation.
To view and download the Portable Document Format (PDF)
versions of the Conservation Entry Form, download
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