The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources presented more than 30 employee awards for outstanding service in 2024 to staff across the agency at an employee awards luncheon at the Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm in Frankfort. Wildlife Biologist of the Year is from our area: Pat Hahs of Calloway County, who has worked for the department for 32.5 years.
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Rich Storm and Deputy Commissioner Gabe Jenkins were on hand as directors from all six agency divisions presented awards to deserving staff, including Administrative Services; Engineering, Infrastructure and Technology; Fisheries; Information, Education and Marketing; Law Enforcement; and Wildlife.
Wildlife Biologist of the Year Award
Pat Hahs, Wildlife Biologist IV, 32.5 years (Calloway)
Awarded to an individual who is highly effective in their position, thinks creatively and works well independently or as a member of a team.