The Leland Award recognizes professionalism in the ranks of guides in British Columbia, Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories. It was first established in 2000 in memory of Leland Bradford, a talented and skilful assistant guide who died in November 1998 at the young age of 22 years. Any assistant guide employed by a member of GOABC in 2010 is eligible for the 2011 Leland Award. Clients of GOABC members can submit nominations for the Leland Award. The deadline for nominations is December 31, 2010.

Previous Recipients 

Brandon Ponath, Collingwood Bros. & Love Bros & Lee – 2010
Jim Johnson, High and Wild Wilderness – 2009
Clayton Collingwood, Collingwood Bros. – 2008
Billy Jack Young, Mackenzie Mountain Outfitters – 2007
Alan Crawford, BC Safaris Ltd. – 2006
Judy Maida, Opatcho Lake Guide and Outfitters – 2005
John Devries, Scoop Lake Outfitters Ltd. – 2004
Dan Leonard, Stone Mountain Safaris Ltd. – 2003
Katie Auerbach, Collingwood Brothers Guides and Outfitters – 2002
Monte Schumann, Grizzly Lake Outfitters – 2001

The Frank Stewart Memorial Award is presented annually to a member of the association in recognition of their high standard of ethics and dedication to the promotion and betterment of the guide outfitting industry in British Columbia. Nominations for the Frank Stewart Memorial Award can be submitted by GOABC members at the Annual General Meeting.

Previous Recipients: 
David Beranek – 2010
Anna Fontana – 2010
Dave Hooper – 2009
Dave Fyfe – 2008
Jerry Geraci – 2007
Brian Swift – 2006
Dave Fyfe – 2005
Dave Hooper – 2004
Robert Fontana – 2003
Darwin Cary – 2002
Ralph Maida – 2001
Eric Mikkleson – 2000
Stan/Linda Lancastser – 1999
Harry McCowan – 1998
Ron Fitch – 1997
Dennis Smith – 1996
Ron Fleming – 1995
Dennis Smith – 1994
Dave Wiens – 1993
Don Beattie – 1992
Len Pickering – 1991

This award is presented to a female leader in the guide outfitting industry in memory guide outfitter Cy Ford, who was killed by a grizzly bear in 2000. Nominations for the Frank Stewart Memorial Award can be submitted by GOABC members at the Annual General Meeting.

Previous Recipients:

Anna Fontana – 2010
Wendy Cary – 2009
Irene Fyfe – 2008
Marilyn Hooper – 2007
Debbie Beattie – 2006
Dixie Hammett – 2005
Sherry Bradford – 2004
Judy Maida – 2003
Brenda Nelson – 2002
Linda Lancaster – 2001

The Mountain Hunter™ Record Book Achievement Awards are presented annually to clients of GOABC members that have harvested an exceptional animal or made an exceptional personal accomplishment during their hunt. Award recipients, selected by the Mountain Hunter™ Record Book Committee, are given a special achievement plaque at GOABC’s annual Convention.

This award is presented to a member of the association in recognition of their hard work and dedication to the continued success of the guide outfitting industry in British Columbia. Nominations for the Guide Outfitter of the Year Award can be submitted by GOABC members at the Annual General Meeting.

Previous Recipients:

Brian Glaicar – 2010
Dave Hooper – 2009
Brian Swift – 2008
Eric Mikkelson – 2007
Myles & Sherry Bradford & Family – 2006
Ron Fleming – 2005
Mike McDonough – 2004
Eric Mikkelson – 2003
Stan/Linda Lancaster – 2002
Don Wolfenden – 2001
Ray Collingwood – 2000
Ron Fleming – 1999
Bob Fontana – 1998
Ross Peck – 1997
Bob Nielsen – 1996
Don Beattie – 1995
Dave Wiens – 1994
Albert Cooper – 1993
Keith Connors – 1992
Lynn Ross – 1991
Bill Love – 1990
Stephen Waibler – 1988
Bill McKenzie – 1985
Fred Steams – 1984
Len Pickering – 1983