Conservation News

Applications open for 2023 scholarships honoring former B.A.S.S. Conservation Director Noreen Clough

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Noreen Clough Memorial Scholarship for Females in Fisheries. In memory of the late Noreen Clough, the long-time U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service administrator and former National Conservation Director for B.A.S.S, her friends and colleagues established a scholarship honoring her contributions to the field of fisheries management and conservation, as well as her trailblazing role as a female leader in the American conservation community. 

Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded this summer to deserving students. Last year’s recipients are honored in an article on Bassmaster.com. Details of Noreeen’s career in conservation and the 2023 application information can be found here.