VOC Volunteer Wins Governor's Service Award

Long-time Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado volunteer, Steve Austin, has been named the winner of the 2013 Governor’s Service Award for Outstanding Volunteer. He was honored at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, July 23 at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver.

Steve was the first member of VOC's Mt. Elbert Club, the highest award for VOC volunteers who have worked on 200 or more projects. He is an Outdoor Stewardship Institute (OSI) Instructor, a certified welder, and has designed several useful tools and gadgets that are used by trail workers throughout the state and nation. His sustained energy, gentle spirit, and incredible dedication inspires us and all Colorado volunteers.

Congratulations Steve!