about the program

Ever since Field & Stream contributor Gifford Pinchot first popularized the term conservation ethic in 1907, the magazine has been committed to the preservation of our natural resources. In 2005, an article titled "Heroes of Conservation" focused on the local efforts of everyday outdoorsmen. Out of this, a new program was created to recognize sportsmen's efforts to protect fish and wildlife.

The magazine has profiled the conservation efforts of over 50 men and women since introducing the Heroes of Conservation program in October 2005. In 2006, we honored Ronnie Luster as the first ever Conservation Hero of the Year. Last year, Brian Maguire, an elk hunter from Oregon, was named our second Hero of the Year.

Nomination Form
Contest Rules

Prizes

• The Grand Prize awarded for the winning 2008/2009 Heroes of Conservation project will be a New Toyota Tundra. Approximate Retail Value: $35,000.
• A cash prize of $5000 will be awarded to five other winners.
• All nominees featured in Field & Stream magazine will receive $1000.
• Heroes of the Week featured on FieldandStream.com will receive a Bass Pro gift card.

2007/2008 Program Judges
To be announced.

enter your project

If you or someone you know is working on a conservation project, we want to reward your efforts.

Click here to fill out our entry form with information on your project. All nominees are eligible for the grand prize and runner up cash prizes.