Governor's Award

Exceptional work in promoting Idaho as a travel and tourism destination is recognized each May at the Idaho Conference on Recreation & Tourism (ICORT).
The Division of Tourism begins soliciting nominations in February each year.  The Governor's office, selects those nominees who have made unique, creative, and noteworthy efforts to promote, preserve or restore Idaho’s tourism and recreation resources.

Nominations for the 2012 Governor's Lifetime Achievement Award in Recreation and Tourism

Eligibility Any organization and/or individual in the tourism or recreation field is eligible, including non-profit groups, public service agencies, communities, regional travel committees and private businesses in the tourism and travel industry.    Lifetime Achievement Award in Recreation and Tourism   Award(s) for outstanding achievement in the fields of recreation and tourism will be made to one individual OR one organization that made a significant contribution to developing, managing or conserving Idaho's recreation resources, or developing, managing or promoting tourism in Idaho. Nominees should have demonstrated achievements above and beyond their normal responsibilities.    Selection will be made by the Governor’s office.    

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES:  Entries are no longer being accepted for the 2012 Governor's Award.



Please fax, mail, e-mail, or deliver to: Idaho Department of Commerce
Attn: ReNea Nelson, Tourism Development
P.O. Box 83720 Boise, ID  83720-0093
208 334-2470; Fax: 208 334-2631; Email: renea.nelson@tourism.idaho.gov      

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