May 6 - 8, 2008 Governor's Conference Quick Links

Outstanding Individual Achievement in Recreation and Tourism. Carol Lish for her dedication and service as the Executive Director of the Simplot Games from 1975 to 2008.

Outstanding Tourism Community Award, city of Lava Hot Springs as a community devoted to sustainability, growth and the development of travel and tourism.

Outstanding Tourism Event, Masters World Cup 2008 in McCall

Outstanding Historic Preservation Award, the oldest park in the Pacific Northwest, Heyburn State Park, for an exemplary job hosting the 2007 Pacific Northwest Preservation Field School.

Outstanding Cultural Tourism Award, The Festival at Sandpoint. One of the largest summer festivals in the state.

Outstanding Visitor Center Award, nestled in the Clearwater National Forest - the Pierce Historical Kiosk.

2008 Media Award, freelance travel writer Linda Hagen Miller