From staff reports
The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) is seeking nominations for its annual awards program to recognize the exemplary work in Pennsylvania state parks and forests by both staff and volunteers.
The award categories include:
Joseph Ibberson Government Award Given to a person or department at any level of government to recognize work in the stewardship of the state park and forest systems
Park of the Year Designed to recognize a park for their exemplary or innovative work in customer service, education, or recreation; stewardship of natural, cultural, or historic assets; and/or accommodation of special needs of visitors
Forest of the Year Designed to recognize a forest district for its innovative and exemplary work in both forest management and recreation
Volunteerism Awards Honors organizations or individuals that have made a lasting, positive impression on a park or forest
Young Volunteer Award Recognizes a significant contribution to a park or forest by a person under the age of 25, including volunteer hours, a significant project or an innovative idea
Nominations can be sent to the PPFF office at 1845 Market Street, Suite 202, Camp Hill, Pa. 17011; or emailed to mmowery-ppff@pa.net.
Nominations are due Monday, Dec. 17.
Award winners will be announced in January 2019 and honored at PPFF’s awards banquet in May 2019.