NYSOWA Opens Nominations for New York M. Paul Keesler Outdoor Citizen Award
New York State Outdoor Writers Association to honor an individual or organization. The 2025 NYSOWA M. Paul Keesler New York Outdoor Citizen Award will be presented to an individual or organization that has effectively raised the public’s awareness of outdoor … Continue reading →
NYSOWA Seeks Nominations for 2025 Pass It On Award
The New York State Outdoor Writers Association reminds members that nominations are now open for the 2025 Pass It On Award. Initiated by Bass Pro Shops, this annual award honors the person who has done the most to “pass … Continue reading →
Member Spotlight – Bill Hilts Jr., NYSOWA Board Member
Bill Hilts, Jr. – Board of Directors Bill Hilts, Jr. of Lockport, NY (in Niagara County): I’m a bit of a legacy of sorts with my father, Bill, Sr., a founding member of the group. While he is no longer … Continue reading →
Member Spotlight – Frank Campbell of the Niagara County Tourism
Frank Campbell of the Niagara County Tourism Frank Campbell is the Director of Outdoor Promotions for Destination Niagara USA and the Sportfishing Coordinator for Niagara County. Under the guidance of former promotions director Bill Hilts Jr., Niagara County has been … Continue reading →
Member Spotlight – Angela Colangelo
Angela Colangelo I’m Angela Colangelo, find me on instagram @spells_well. I’m a writer with a novel on the way—aren’t we all? My day job is as digital editor of a media company on the north fork of Long Island. It’s … Continue reading →
Member Spotlight – Scott Faulkner of the NYS Outdoorsman Hall of Fame
Scott Faulkner of the NYS Outdoorsman Hall of Fame The New York State Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame (NYSOHOF) was organized in 1983 to seek out and honor those individuals who not only have exhibited genuine excellence in hunting, fishing, trapping, … Continue reading →
Members: EIC/Photo Contest submission deadline is Jan. 15
NYSOWA Excellence in Craft Writing, Janice M. Keesler Memorial Photo Award Guidelines & Rules Pay your entry fees here: https://app.joinit.com/o/nysowa/ NYSOWA EIC 2024-25 We are making entry to the awards program easier than ever. At least, we hope you will … Continue reading →
