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A Couple of Sportsmen Organizations Recognize Wildlife Officers of the Year

May 11, 2008 @ 11:23 pm by Moose

I think sometimes we over look the hard work that our wildlife officers do for us day in and day out. The North Carolina Bow Hunters Association has recognized Master Officer Mike Edmisten for his dedicated especially in the area of instructing youth in archery.

For his dedication to conservation and tireless efforts in hunter education, Master Officer Mike Edmisten of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has been named law enforcement officer of the year by the N.C. Bowhunters Association.
“It doesn’t hurt that he’s a dedicated bowhunter, too,” said Ramon Bell, president of the Bowhunters Association, upon announcing the award.

The second officer that has been recognized is Master Officer Barry Joyce and this is the second time the North Carolina chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation has named him officer of the year.

He is a rare, two-time winner of the prestigious recognition.
Officer Joyce was selected for his diligence in arresting poachers and protecting natural resources, as well as his involvement in hunting heritage and conservation activities. A turkey hunter himself, Officer Joyce is an active member of the Southern Sharp Spurs chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Congratulations to both these men and a tip of the hat to all the wild officers that work to protect our resources.

Story by Dan McLaughlin AKA Moose