The Indiana Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division proudly announces that two of its employees were honored with national awards during the 2026 International Hunter Education Association U.S.A. (IHEA‑USA) Meeting and Training held this past week in Glendale, Arizona.
Indiana Hunter Education coordinator Tim Beck received the IHEA‑USA Hunter Education Coordinator of the Year Award, recognizing his outstanding service to the agency and his exceptional contributions to hunter education. This award honors an individual who goes above and beyond the call of duty in supporting the IHEA‑USA mission while promoting hunter education, shooting sports, and R3 (Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation) efforts across the state.
Indiana Conservation Officer Tony Mann was honored with the Tom Gallagher Award for Tree Stand Safety Awareness. This national award is presented to an active hunter education instructor who is also a certified tree stand safety instructor and who demonstrates exceptional commitment to promoting tree stand safety at the state and national levels. Recipients serve as advocates for tree stand safety beyond their formal instructional roles, helping ensure hunters remain informed and protected in the field.
The Indiana DNR Law Enforcement Division congratulates both individuals for their achievements and thanks them for their continued dedication to Indiana’s outdoor community and hunter education programs.
Tim Beck
Tony Mann