AFS 2007 Spring Meeting Co-Hosted by Virginia & North Carolina Chapters

Virginia Chapter EXCOM conducting business at their annual meeting. Left to Right: Past President John Odenkirk, President Elect Scott Smith, volunteer note-taker Eric Brittle, and President Dan Michaelson.

North Carolina's 2007 EXCOM include (left to right) Past President Lawrence Dorsey, Secretary/Treasurer Brian McRae, President Kent Nelson and President Elect Christian Waters.

The registration tables stayed very busy on the first day of the meeting with 109 total meeting participants.

Southern Division Past President Bob Curry presents an update to the VA Chapter at their business meeting.

The VA Chapter raffle, run by George Palmer (foreground) and Vic DiCenzo (holding print), was a huge success.

Hutton Scholar Aya Tajiri (standing) is recognized at the NC Chapter business meeting. Ms. Tajiri's internship was sponsored by the NC Chapter.

Jeremy Shiflet (right) receives a $500 scholarship from the VA Chapter. Presented by John Odenkirk.

Lawrence Dorsey (left) presents Richard Mode with the NC Chapter Fisheries Conservation Award.

VA Chapter member Paul Bugas (center) presents the Outstanding Conservationist Award to Trace Noel (left) for his lifetime contribution to the environment.

VDGIF biologist Tom Gunter (left) is presented with the Professional Service Award by the VA Chapter for his contributions to conservation and restoration during a great career. John Odenkirk presented the award.