Wishing you a holiday season full of life and discovery!

A salute in the style of Caroline Dormon’s own botanical paintings. A wreath of some Louisiana native plants she championed—wild azaleas, pitcher plants, and ferns—tied with a bright red ribbon, produced by Gemini™ for C. Paxton

​Who is your choice for the 2026 Caroline Dormon Outstanding Louisiana Naturalist Award?

In the spirit of Caroline Dormon—pioneer, educator, and conservationist—we are seeking the next recipient of this prestigious honor! 
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Nominate a deserving naturalist by January 9, 2026.

Criteria for Nomination:

• A current Louisiana resident.
• A lifetime of achievement in natural history.
• A track record of sharing knowledge with the public.
  
  ​Nominees from previous years may be resubmitted with latest information updated.
  
  

Download the form and view full details by clicking: THE DORMON AWARD   www.louisianamasternaturalist.org/the_dormon_award.html