Outdoor Writers Association of America
President’s Message archives.
As I wrote this in April, The Denver Post had just published an editorial taking its hedge fund owner, Alden Global Capital, to task for attempting to squeeze every dime from the publication.
Standing tall for storytellers Read More »
The best proofreader I ever had was my mom.
Unfortunately for me, my mistakes weren’t noticed until she read them in the morning newspaper. Dad thought they should hire her.
A special gathering in Fort Wayne awaits Read More »
During his only term as U.S. President, Benjamin Harrison signed legislation creating Yosemite National Park and set aside 17 million acres of Western lands as the first national forests.
A storied conservation legacy Read More »
The first thing I do when the location for a future OWAA conference is announced is ponder the possibilities for adventure.
Adventure awaits in Duluth, Minnesota Read More »
Hunt begins for new ED, OWAA turns 90.
2017 brings change and a birthday Read More »
Criticism is only annoying when it goes unreported.
Get involved to change OWAA Read More »
I ventured into the green ribbon meeting at OWAA’s 2014 annual conference in McAllen, Texas, to meet new members.
Mentorship matters Read More »
The coup is complete. Newspaper guys rule OWAA. Four of the last five presidents served, or are serving, long careers in the newspaper industry. And the reign will continue with the current vice president also coming from the print journalism world.
Presidential pact: Prettyman steps up to lead OWAA Read More »
OWAA celebrates its 90th birthday next year. With such a big birthday looming (celebration preparations are in the works now), and as my year serving as your president winds down, it’s only natural to look back not only over the last year, but also over OWAA’s history.
Looking back while moving forward Read More »
OWAA is a special organization. Like other professional trade groups, we’re a collection of colleagues who go to conferences to network, gather information vital to our work and improve our craft.
Lucky us: Board members work hard for OWAA Read More »