Water Legends
Montana Water Legends
The highest honor that Montana AWRA can bestow upon one of our members, the Water Legend Award recognizes everyday people with extraordinary dedication. Initiated in 1996, this award highlights individuals who are true legends in the Montana water arena. Water Legends are recognized on the basis of their body of work, longevity of service to the Montana water community, impact on future professionals, service and participation in AWRA, and their professional reputation. Montana Water Legends are:
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2024 – Vicki Watson, University of Montana, Missoula
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2022 – Mike Roberts, Montana DNRC, Helena
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2019 – Joanna Thamke, USGS Wyoming-Montana Water Science Center, Helena
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2018 – Larry Dolan, Montana DNRC, Helena
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2013 – Tom Osborne, Hydro Solutions Inc, Billings
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2011 – Tom Patton, Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, Montana Tech
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2008 – Bill Woessner, University of Montana
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2005 – Chuck Parrett, U.S.G.S.
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2004 – Wayne Van Voast, Montana Tech of the University of Montana
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2000 – Steve Custer, Earth Science, MSU
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1999 – Jane Holzer, Montana Salinity Control Association
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1998 – Ron Shields, U.S.G.S.
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1997 – Marvin Miller, Associate Director, MBMG
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1996 – Phil Farnes, State Snow Survey (SCS)
We accept nominations for consideration at our annual fall conference until registration cutoff. Please click on the following link to submit a Water Legend Award nomination: