The Fayette County Pheasants Forever Chapter was named National Pheasants Forever Habitat Chapter of the Year during ceremonies in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Saturday. Among those participating in the awards ceremony were (l-r) Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever CEO Marilyn Vetter, Fayette County Pheasants Forever Board member Mallory Hanson, Fayette County Pheasants Forever President Rod Marlatt, Fayette County Pheasants Forever Treasurer George Schaefers, Fayette County Pheasants Forever Board member Brett Whitcher, and Iowa Pheasants Forever Regional Field Representative Lexi Ashbrook. (Courtesy photo)
Fayette County named Pheasants Forever Habitat Chapter of the Year
By Mike Van Sickle
Editor
Since its inception in 1985, Fayette County Pheasants Forever Chapter 48 has financially supported approximately $4 million in area habitat projects and programs. In recognition of the members’ continued commitment to preserving and enhancing the environment, the local chapter was named the National Pheasants Forever Habitat Chapter of the Year during the National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Saturday.
"Being honored and named the National Chapter of the Year, represents the pinnacle of our chapter’s success,” Fayette County Pheasants Forever Chapter President Rod Marlatt said. “This honor is entirely due to the incredible support we continuously receive from our patrons, landowners, sponsors, and partnerships. The reason for receiving this award is due to those champions, of whom we are eternally grateful."