The Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) presented its highest conservation award to Dr. Ray B. (Bucky) Owen, Jr., of Orono, Maine, today in New York. The award recognizes Dr. Owen’s lifetime commitment to the environment and his efforts to protect wild Atlantic salmon and their habitat in particular.
“Bucky Owen is a highly-respected spokesman for Maine’s environment,” said Richard Warren, Chairman of ASF (U.S.). “His commitment is helping us achieve the goals of the restoration of the Penobscot River in Maine, a significant undertaking that will open 1000 miles of habitat to sea-run fish.”
Dr. Owen was a leader ....