Vermont Fish & Wildlife staff Royar and Watkin honored
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Wildlife Biologist Recognized for Outstanding Achievement in Conservation
Kim Royar, wildlife biologist with Vermont Fish & Wildlife and resident of Wallingford, was awarded the 2017 Canute Dalmasse Award by Agency of Natural Resources Secretary Julie Moore in recognition of her outstanding contributions to conservation.
The Canute Dalmasse Award is given annually to an agency employee who demonstrates an exceptional dedication to natural resources, the protection of public health, the people of Vermont, and to her co-workers.
Senior Warden Rich Watkin, Ph.D., of Wilmington is Vermont's State Game Warden of the Year. Watkin received the award in recognition of his excellent service from Governor Phil Scott on May 24 in Montpelier.
Lt. Greg Eckhardt, Watkin's supervisor, praised him for his exemplary attitude and dedication to the job. "Rich is knowledgeable in all aspects of the job," said Eckhardt.
