September 30th 2026, 12pm-2pm @ Bellavance Beverage Londonderry, NH

The Outdoor Heritage Hero Awards celebrates the people and organizations who keep New Hampshire's outdoor traditions alive — recognizing leaders who have made a lasting difference for the Granite State's wildlife, lands, and outdoor traditions. Join us for good food, celebration and community!

2026 HONOREES:

Volunteer of the Year - Angus Boezeman, NH fishing guide and former Foundation board member

Educator of the Year - Laura Ryder, Senior Director of Public Education, NH Fish & Game

James G. Paine Impact AwardBrandon Reed & Bryan Clark coordinators of the Trinity Sportsmen's Event

Helenette Silver Award - Carol Foss, acclaimed wildlife biologist, NH Audubon

Charles & Rebecca Barry Outdoor Champion Award - Maria Colby, rehabilitator, Wings of the Dawn

With a special keynote presentation by wildlife biologist, author and celebrated public educator, Eric Orff

Every dollar raised through the Outdoor Heritage Hero Awards goes directly back into vital programs through the NH Fish & Game Department, other like-missioned organizations, and the Foundation’s public education program —The Trail Ahead-- connecting people to the outdoors.