CHARLESTON — NorthWoods Stewardship Center is taking nominations for the sixth annual George Buzzell Forest Stewardship Award.
In honor of the esteemed county forester for which it is named, this award recognizes an individual who is making a positive impact on Northeast Kingdom forests.
An award ceremony will be held at the NorthWoods Stewardship Center on Tuesday, December 11, 2018.
During his 44 years as Orleans County Forester, George Buzzell exemplified the best practice of his trade, including research that helped to re-define sugarbush management in Vermont.
Buzzell also cast a welcoming net, encouraging education and inviting the community into the conversation and practice of forestry.
With this award, they will honor the outstanding contributions of George Buzzell and recognize others who are carrying the torch of forest stewardship in the Northeast Kingdom.
Eligible candidates are those who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to sustainable management of forestland in the NEK, and who have also worked to advance or share knowledge to ensure the long-term resiliency and productivity of our forests.
The individual’s direct impact can include hands-on work, policy improvement, education, training, or a combination.
NorthWoods will welcome nominations of candidates until Monday, October 22.
For the nomination form and instructions, contact Sam Perron at NorthWoods, (802) 723-6551 ext 302, or [email protected].
