August 19, 2016
(Plymouth, Minn.) — Across Minnesota, there are youth who excel in the outdoor arena and demonstrate leadership qualities to stand as role models for other youth. As a young man who grew up involved in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, the August 2016 Outdoor Youth of the Month, – as chosen by Outdoor News and Clam Outdoors – Jonathan Miranda, went on to serve as a volunteer lifeguard for the Boy Scouts in Minnesota for three years. Through his volunteerism, other youth could enjoy the experiences that helped shape his life through scouting.
Miranda is now college bound, with a $250 cash award from Clam Outdoors in his pocket, plus a matching $250 cash award is going to Mustang Boy Scout Troop 290 thanks to the generosity of Clam Outdoors.
Staff from Outdoor News and Clam selected Miranda after receiving nominations from readers identifying Minnesota students in grades 7-12 who demonstrate leadership or excellence in the outdoor pursuits including: habitat restoration efforts, archery, the shooting sports, or mentored fishing and hunting programs. The co-sponsors are seeking nominations for the September 2016 recipient.
Read a biography of Miranda’s experiences as a team member shooting on the Hopkins Clay Crushers trap squad near his Hopkins, Minn., home through the Minnesota High School Clay Target League and his plans for the future in the August 19, 2016 issue of Minnesota Outdoor News (Page 28).
Additionally, as the youth selected to receive the Outdoor Youth of the Month, Miranda will receive a $250 in merchandise from Clam Outdoors, in addition to a plaque, and a subscription to Outdoor News.
For a nomination form and complete information on the Outdoor Youth of the Month program, visit www.OutdoorNews.com/YouthofMonth.
About Clam Outdoors: Since the introduction of the revolutionary Fish Trap™ shelter over 30 years ago, Minnesota-based Clam Outdoors has continued to innovate. Setting the standard for ice fishing as we know it today, the Ice Fishing Revolution™ has given hard water anglers the largest line of shelters in the business, the IceArmor™ line of jackets, bibs, boots and gloves, and all types of accessories – from Dave Genz and Jason Mitchell rods to bait buckets and sled lights. The company also offers a line of Polar ™ATV trailers, IceArmor™ Hunt clothing, and summer products including the Quick Set™ screen tent. For more information visit: Clam Outdoors
About Outdoor News, Inc.: Outdoor News provides in-depth coverage of hunting, fishing, archery, conservation and outdoor activities including analysis of state and national outdoor agencies, local lake maps and fishing reports. With regional editors, columnists and sales representatives in seven states, Outdoor News, Inc. newspapers are subscription-based. Visit Minnesota Outdoor News or call (800) 535-5191.
