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We celebrate with all Patriots the United States of America’s Independence the past 248 years. The fight for Independence certainly had its hardships, sacrifices, heartaches along with a lot of self-satisfaction and joy.
Since the beginning there have been constant struggles, sacrifices, injustices plus prosperity and growth. Persistent battles to protect our rights and freedoms have keep us on our toes.
Challenges remain and Americans need to unit as one to assure rights and freedoms are protected. Americans also need to be assured we are secure in our homes and our country. When it comes to helping those in need, let’s start with Americans first.
Wishing all Americans many more years of prosperity and freedom. God Bless the USA. This month we have a few things to collectively crow about. On May 11, 2024, at the 66th Annual Texas Outdoor Writers Association Conference held in Rockport — Texas Outdoors Journal, TOJ Team Members and Texas Outdoor News radio again increased their awards totals in the annual Excellence In Craft competition that recognizes the best in Texas print, broadcast and photography.
In the highly competitive Outdoor Publication category Texas Outdoors Journal received two of the three awards presented including First Place (November 2023 issue) and Second Place (January 2023 issue). Combined with winnings from the previous 25 years brings TOJ’s total to an unprecedented 26 consecutive years of recognition. No other outdoor publication can equal this level of sustained excellence.
Individual awards substantiated the consistent quality produced each month by Team TOJ. Dominating the Outdoor Photography – Wildlife plus Outdoor Photography — People categories was TOJ’s Whitetail Editor Bob Zaiglin. Of the six awards presented, Zaiglin won four including First Place in Outdoor Photography — Wildlife and First Place Outdoor Photography – People.
Awards for writing were presented to Harold Gunn for his historical account entitled “The Mighty .45-70” in the January 2023 issue.
I personally picked up several awards for articles written. In Outdoor Features — First Place for my “Wells Gone, but Not Forgotten (June 2023) and Second Place “Nilgai, Texas First Big Game Exotic” (January 2023). Another award was received in the Outdoor News category for my report “Late Season Quail Hunting Impact & Opportunities” (February 2023).
Texas Outdoors Journal’s information filled website resource was again recognized and awarded First Place. The website is loaded with useful tools to help plan your next hunting or fishing adventure.
Texas Outdoor News radio, our 31-year-old world-wide, weekly syndicated news/interview radio show collected both the First and Second Place awards in the Outdoor Radio category. Guest on the winning entries were TOJ’s Shooting Editor Kerry O’Day and TPWD’s Owen Fitzsimmons – “The Dove Guy.” TON remains the most honored radio show in Texas.
In July and August Team TOJ hits the road as we exhibit at some great outdoor shows held across the Lone Star State. July 12-14 at the Oil Palace in Tyler the 4th Annual God And The Great Outdoors Expo will be held. TOJ’s Tom Claycomb III will present seminars on knives, knife sharpening, lever action rifles, plus visit with those in attendance.
July 19-21 we will be at the McAllen Convention Center for the 33rd Annual Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo. This is a great show we have exhibited since its inception.
The first three weekend in August we will be at the granddaddy of shows, the Hunters Extravaganza held in Houston, Fort Worth and San Antonio. Each show has its own regional personality and exhibitors.
Come see us and celebrate.
Until next month: Pursue all of your outdoor activities in a safe and ethical manner.
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