Pictured left to right - Deputy Director of Technical Program Scottie Jones, Chief of Staff Brian Ferguson, State Parks Director Andre Hollis, Executive Deputy Director Curtis Thornhill, MDWFP Executive Director Lynn Posey.
JACKSON, MS – The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is proud to announce that the Canadian Bear Trap Award has been presented to Andre Hollis, MDWFP State Parks Director, in recognition of his 28 years of dedicated service to Mississippi State Parks.
Each year, the National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) presents this prestigious award to a state park director who demonstrates exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to the management and preservation of state parks.
The award holds special significance for Mississippi. The first recipient was Aubrey Rozzell, who served as Director of Mississippi State Parks from 1978 to 1989. Now, 40 years later, the honor has returned to the state.
“Receiving this award is a tremendous honor, but it also reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire State Parks team,” said Hollis. “To see this recognition return to Mississippi after more than four decades is a proud moment for all of us who care deeply about protecting and improving our parks for future generations.”
For more information about Mississippi State Parks, visit www.mdwfp.com/parks-destinations or call (601) 432-2400. Follow them on Facebook or Instagram.
The mission of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is to conserve and enhance Mississippi’s wildlife, fisheries, and parks; provide quality outdoor recreation, and engage the public in natural resource conservation.
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