Prince George Man Receives Arbor Vitae Award

By 250 News

 A  Prince George man is among 6  British Columbians selected to receive the 2007 Arbor Vitae Awards in recognition of their dedication to environmental protection and stewardship.

Les  Husband  has been recognized  for  making a difference in one or more aspects of environmental protection and stewardship, either through hands-on work,
or by promoting and encouraging the benefits of sound environmental practices - from sustainability and the fight against climate change, to habitat restoration, protection of species and ecosystems, and resource conservation. 

Husband  is considered  one of  B.C.’s most respected environmentalist sportsmen, and has been involved with several environmental organizations for a number of years, serving on the board of the B.C. Wildlife Federation and the Habitat Conservation Trust Fund. Husband is a known champion for ethical processes in conservation, hunting and fishing.

The other recipients are:

Dr. David Green from Victoria
Emmanuel Machado from Pouce Coupe
Ruth McDougall from Armstrong
Daphne Solecki from Vancouver
Joe van Bellenghem from Victoria

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