Press Releases – Wildlife Forever

Fish Art Contest State Winners Announced

by wf_adminPress Releases, State Fish Art, Wildlife Forever News April 26, 2024April 26, 2024No Comments

For Immediate Release Contact: Addison Motta, amotta@wildlifeforever.org White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever and Title Sponsor Bass Pro Shop are proud to announce the 2024 Art of Conservation® Fish Art Contest State Winners. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place was awarded to students in four age categories in each state. This year over 5,600 students …

Deepwater Horizon Halftime Reports Calls for Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement

by wf_adminPress Releases, Wildlife Forever News April 16, 2024April 16, 2024No Comments

For Immediate Release April 16, 2024 Contact: Pat Conzemius, President & CEO pconzemius@wildlifeforever.org White Bear Lake, MN – The 14th anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill coincides with major accomplishments of $1 billion in restoration projects funded by the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (RESTORE Council). For perspective, the Deepwater Horizon Halftime Report …

New Boat Ramp Signs Help Anglers and Boaters Prevent Invasive Species

by wf_adminClean Drain Dry, Press Releases April 15, 2024April 15, 2024No Comments

White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever, CD3 Systems, and FishBrain announce a new digital platform to aid boaters and anglers in preventing aquatic invasive species. The Check-In & Check-Out (CICO) WebApp provides a fast, user-friendly tutorial on how to self-inspect and clean watercraft before and after launching by hand. New access signs are available …

Wildlife Forever Announces FishOn! Lesson Plans and Contest Deadline Extension

by wf_adminPress Releases, State Fish Art, Wildlife Forever News February 26, 2024February 26, 2024No Comments

For Immediate Release Contact: Addison Motta AMotta@WildlifeForever.org White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever is proud to announce the release of the newly designed Art of Conservation FishOn! lesson plans. These innovative activities are designed to complement the Art of Conservation Fish Art Contest, providing educators with engaging resources to enhance their existing science, art, …

Fish Art Makes a Splash at the Minneapolis Boat Show!

by wf_adminPress Releases, State Fish Art, Wildlife Forever News February 2, 2024February 2, 2024No Comments

For Immediate Release: Contact: Addison Motta AMotta@WildlifeForever.org (763) 253-0222 White Bear Lake, MN – From January 18-21st 2024, join Wildlife Forever and the Art of Conservation Fish Art Contest for a FIN-tastic time at the Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show, hosted by Progressive. Students eighteen and under and their families are invited to stop by …

Wildlife Forever to Build National Mapping Tool for Improved Access to Invasive Species Decontamination Locations

by wf_adminClean Drain Dry, Press Releases, Wildlife Forever News November 14, 2023November 14, 2023No Comments

For Immediate Release Contact: Zach Burnside ZBurnside@WildlifeForever.org White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever and a coalition of fishing industry stakeholders and federal partners will be designing a new online platform to identify watercraft inspection and decontamination stations across the country. In addition, the new website will feature state-specific aquatic invasive species information for boaters …

Partnership with Rapala Lures Fish Art Contest Participants

by wf_adminPress Releases, State Fish Art, Wildlife Forever News November 13, 2023November 14, 2023No Comments

For Immediate Release: Contact: Addison Motta, AMotta@WildlifeForver.org (763) 252-0222 White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever and Rapala, a premier manufacturer of fishing lures and products, will be continuing their partnership for the 2023-2024 Fish Art Contest. Rapala product will be featured in prize packages for student winners and for the winner of the Richard …

Wildlife Forever Plows $1,600,000 into Minnesota Public Lands

by wf_adminPrairie City, Press Releases, Wildlife Forever News October 24, 2023October 24, 2023No Comments

For Immediate Release Contact: Addison Motta AMotta@WildlifeForever.org 763-253-0222 White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever’s rich history of habitat conservation projects exceeded $1,600,000 restoring Minnesota upland and prairie habitat. Through the United Prairie Foundation and Minnesota Native Landscapes, restoration specialists, Wildlife Forever has funded 33 projects affecting 5,829 acres of public land. Restoration of prairie …

Wildlife Forever and AdventureKEEN Reintroduce Critters Pocket Guidebook Series

by wf_adminPress Releases, Wildlife Forever News October 24, 2023October 24, 2023No Comments

For Immediate Release Contact: Addison Motta, Education and Communications Manager – AMotta@WildlifeForever.org White Bear Lake, MN - Wildlife Forever and AdventureKEEN Publishing are launching an expanded line of Critters Pocket guidebooks, starting with the highly anticipated Critters of Michigan and Critters of Minnesota, available now. “The newly rebranded Critters books offer comprehensive, visually captivating guides …

International Game Fish Association Renews Support for The Art of Conservation® Fish Art Contest with new Debris Division

by wf_adminPress Releases, State Fish Art, Wildlife Forever News October 13, 2023October 13, 2023No Comments

For Immediate Release Contact: Addison Motta AMotta@WildifeForever.org White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever and the International Game Fish Association will continue their partnership for the 2024 Fish Art Contest. All with a new twist. The IGFA Conservation Award will feature the new Debris Division. Student artists competing for this award must conduct fresh or …

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