Whidbey ‘serial volunteer’ wins stewardship award

Whidbey ‘serial volunteer’ wins stewardship award | South Whidbey Record

John Lovie with the Jan Holmes Coastal Volunteer of the Year Award

An avid volunteer involved in countless projects around Puget Sound recently claimed the 2023 Jan Holmes award.

South Whidbey resident John Lovie is this year’s recipient of the annual award, which is named in memory of Jan Holmes, a marine scientist, educator and champion for stewardship of the marine environment who passed away in 2011.

The Island County Marine Resources Committee, Sound Water Stewards and Washington State University Extension presented Lovie with the award a few days ahead of Sound Waters University, which is when the winner of the award is usually announced.

February 2023 Natural Resources Newsletter (govdelivery.com)