IWLA, Dwight Lydell Chapter Recognized!

February 22, 2002

Special Tribute To: Izaak Walton League,  Dwight Lydell Chapter

    LET IT BE KNOWN, That in recognition of its 75 years of distinguished
involvement and service to our community, it is a distinct privilege to join
with the Dwight Lydell Chapter of the Izaak Walton League in celebrating
this milestone.  We are grateful for this opportunity to recognize this
exemplary organization and offer our thanks for the gifts they have shared
throughout Michigan.

    The Dwight Lydell Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America was formed
in 1926.  It is the oldest Chapter in Michigan, and one of the oldest
conservation organizations in the state.  The Chapter is named after Dwight
Lydell, a nationally recognized fisheries biologist and superintendent at
Mill Creek Station fish hatchery in Comstock Park from 1897 to 1927.  Since
the Chapter was first founded, fisheries and water quality protection,
restoration and improvement have been a high priority.

    Over the years, the Dwight Lydell Chapter has been the lead organization in
many projects, including improving the treatment of industrial and municipal
waste discharges to the Grand River, introducing Pacific salmon and
steelheads into the Grand River watershed, establishing fish ladders on the
Grand River, and organizing the first outdoor sports show in Grand Rapids.
Through these and other efforts, members of the Chapter have been
instrumental in promoting the importance of Michigan's natural resources.
We commend them for their valuable contributions and thank them for their
many years of leadership and service in the community.

    IN SPECIAL TRIBUTE, Therefore, This document is signed and dedicated to
commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Dwight Lydell Chapter of the Izaak
Walton League.  May the members, both present and past, know of our
appreciation for their contributions to the community and of our best wishes
for continued success.



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Ken Sikkema, State Senator
The Thirty-First District


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Doug Hart, State Representative
The Seventy-Third District


The Ninety-First Legislature
At Lansing
February 22, 2002
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