Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards
The Governor's Conservation Achievement Awards honor individuals, associations, businesses and others who have exhibited an unwavering commitment to conservation in North Carolina.
By recognizing, publicizing and honoring these conservation leaders – from professionals and volunteers to young conservationists and lifelong conservation heroes – the North Carolina Wildlife Federation hopes to inspire all North Carolinians to take a more active role in protecting the natural resources of our state. The awards committee is composed of qualified and dedicated conservationists who review all nominations and select the winners.
The 61st Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards
Save The Date: May 2, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites - 201 Harrison Oaks Blvd. in Cary, North Carolina
Early Bird Registration Is Now Open
Discounted early bird registration to the Wildlife Forum and gala banquet taking place on May 2, 2026 is now open! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate conservation leadership in North Carolina.
Nominate Your Conservation Heroes
Nominations are now open for the 61st Annual Governor's Conservation Achievement Awards! Don't miss the opportunity to nominate the conservation heroes protecting, conserving, and restoring wildlife and habitat in North Carolina.
Nominations close on January 31!
Last Year's Sponsors
Diamond Sponsor
Platinum Sponsors
John Robbins
Gold Sponsors
Grady-White Boats
Jordan Lumber
NC Electric Cooperatives
Silver Sponsors
James and Lauren Shaughnessy
Native Roots NC LLC
Bronze Sponsors
David Knight
Faircom New York
Higgins Benjamin
Martin Marietta
National Wildlife Federation
The Rutledge Family
Recent Governor's Achievement Award Winners
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