Presented to an accomplished angler or guide who has demonstrated commitment to the BTT mission and assisted in BTT science and conservation efforts. The honoree will receive a Circle of Honor award noting BTT’s appreciation of their service and accomplishments and the year of their induction.
Presented to a scientist, angler or conservationist who has made significant contributions to the stewardship of flats species and habitats.
Presented to individuals who advance the cause of conservation through media and outreach to others.
Presented to an individual who has demonstrated an enduring commitment to the conservation of bonefish, tarpon and permit – the species, their habitats and the larger fisheries they comprise – through leadership, innovation, education, advocacy and support.
To nominate an individual for one of the three awards or the Circle of Honor Angler/Guide category, please send a letter of nomination to the BTT Circle of Honor Committee, at the address below. The letter should identify the nominee and include a brief statement about why he/she is deserving of the recognition.
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
Attn: Circle of Honor Nominations
2937 SW 27th Avenue
Suite 203
Miami, FL 33133
Bob Rich, Jr.
2024 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Captain Rick Ruoff
2024 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Captain Travis Holeman
2024 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Captain Joe Gonzalez
2024 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Chad Pike
2023 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Flip Pallot
2023 Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Dr. Lloyd Wruble
2023 Flats Stewardship Award
Captain Billy Knowles
2023 Circle of Honor: Guide Honor
Sandy Moret
2022 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Matt Connolly
2022 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Dr. Andy Danylchuk
2022 Flats Stewardship Award
Dr. Gordy Hill
2022 Flats Stewardship Award
Chico Fernandez
2022 Curt Gowdy Memorial Media
Captain Paul Dixon
2022 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Andy Mill
2022 Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
President George H.W. Bush
2022 Circle of Honor Inductee: Angler Honor
Captain George Hommell, Jr.
2022 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Johnny Morris
2022 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Hamilton “Tony” James
2021 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Captain Will Benson
2021 Flats Stewardship Award
Captain Bob Branham
2021 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Captain Bill Curtis
2021 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Stu Apte
2020 Circle of Honor Inductee: Guide Honor
Billy Pate
2020 Circle of Honor Inductee: Angler Honor
Tom Brokaw
2020 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Huey Lewis
2020 Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Bill Klyn
2020 Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Michael Keaton
2020 Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Julian H. Robertson, Jr.
2019 Lefty Kreh Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation
Captain Tommy Locke
2019 Flats Stewardship Award
Paul Tudor Jones II
2018 Lefty Kreh Sportsman of the Year Award
Joan Wulff
2017 The Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Chris and Amy Dorsey
2017 The Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Russell Fisher
2017 The Flats Stewardship Award
Tom Davidson Sr.
2017 The Lefty Kreh Sportsman of the Year Award
Leigh Perkins
2016 The Lefty Kreh Sportsman of the Year Award
Thomas McGuane
2014 The Curt Gowdy Memorial Media Award
Kenneth Wright
2014 The Flats Stewardship Award
Al Perkinson
2014 Lefty Kreh Sportsman of the Year Award
Rodney Barreto
2011 The Flats Stewardship Award
Lefty Kreh
2011 Sportsman of the Year Award
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
2937 SW 27th Avenue Suite 203
Miami, FL 33133
