Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Caught in the Act of Doing Good...

A few days ago I got a call from the Regional Conservation Officer in Twin Falls, telling me about a project he's hoping to start in their Region called "Caught in the Act of Doing Good."  He explained that they wanted to have a coin made that the officers could carry and give out to individuals and groups who are doing good things for the wildlife of Idaho.

For the artwork on the coin, they wanted to use dad's print of the Cowboy and the Bird.  I called mom to ask her about it and we both agreed that we couldn't think of a better way to use dad's artwork.

Today, Gary sent me a copy of what the coin will look like.  My first thought was how proud dad would be to know his artwork was being used for such a positive program.  I hope the Department gives them the go-ahead to purchase the coins and that it eventually goes statewide as people aren't often enough recognized for the good they do.

So, here it is.  Pretty awesome isn't it!
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8 comments:

  1. KevMarch 28, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    What a fantastic idea! All we cops seem to do is give out invitations to visit the judges. It is awesome to reward good behavior, especially with something so meaningful....the man who came up with this program is a very bright individual.

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  2. DeeMarch 28, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    I just love that print on the coin. It gives real meaning to the idea of the project---I'm glad he thought of it.

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  3. kateMarch 29, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    LOVE IT!! What a perfect way to use dad's art; he would be proud indeed.

    PS. Wonder if we could get our hands on a few of them? I'd LOVE to give one to Anna. She's really into learning about her grampa lately.

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  4. JodiMarch 29, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    Well Kate, you know me. I emailed and asked for 10 for the family. I'll let you know.

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  5. jaciApril 1, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    That is so cool - both the idea of the coin and the artwork. :)

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  6. AnonymousApril 5, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Aunt Jodi, I love this.! Please keep us posted on what they end up doing. I'd love to get my hands on one :)

    Kel

    PS thanks so much for dinner

    love you

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  7. JodiApril 6, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    I will Kel!

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  8. Arkansas RedFebruary 22, 2015 at 11:16 AM

    I printed the coin out on heavy card stock. Will secure it to a thin piece of Lucite, cover with liquid plastic, install a pin, and have a badge for my fly fishing vest to remind people, that it doesn't hurt to be kind. Thanks for the great idea and continued success. Arkansas Red-Ozark Troubadour. Ozark Mountains, Arkansas.

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