Nominations open for 2025 Illinois
Outdoor Hall of Fame
[June 06, 2025]
SPRINGFIELD – Do you know
someone who has left a lasting mark on the outdoors in Illinois? The
Illinois Conservation Foundation is now accepting nominations for
the Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame class of 2025.
Each year, the foundation honors individuals who have made
extraordinary contributions to conservation and outdoor recreation
across the state. Since 2002, inductees have included mentors who
have introduced thousands to hunting, fishing and wildlife
stewardship. These leaders have championed habitat restoration,
clean water, and helped preserve our outdoor heritage for
generations to come.
“These are the people who don’t just enjoy the outdoors, they make
it better for everyone,” said Jenny Vaughn, executive director of
the Illinois Conservation Foundation. “We’re proud to celebrate
their stories and their impact.”
Nominees selected for the 2025 class will be inducted at the
Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame Gala next spring. Visit the ICF
website and
complete the
official nomination form to nominate an outstanding outdoors
person by July 15.
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For more
information, contact the Illinois Conservation Foundation by
emailing jenny@ilconservation.org or calling 217-785-2003.
To learn more about the Illinois Conservation Foundation and its
mission, visit
ilconservation.org.
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