Nimrod Education Center Archives

Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center Video Wins First-Place Award

The video won a first-place award from the Michigan Outdoor Writers Association. HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s visual media team won a first-place award from the Michigan Outdoor Writers Association […]

Hillsdale College Hosts Two-Day Program on ‘Art and the Sporting Tradition’

The program featured presentations by leaders in art, hunting, and conservation, as well as exhibits of wildlife art and wildfowl decoys.

Youth shooters hunting dove in a sunflower field.

Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center Hosts Youth Dove Hunt

The event educated participants about the connection between hunting and conservation. Download Press Release HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Nimrod Education Center held its first youth dove hunt on Sept. […]

Director of Hillsdale’s Nimrod Education Center Inducted into Michigan Outdoor Hall of Fame

Al Stewart has been involved in conservation efforts for over 50 years.

Hillsdale College’s Al Stewart is Awarded Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College’s Al Stewart, director of the Nimrod Education Center, was awarded the 2024 Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Wild Turkey Federation. This award serves as recognition of a wildlife expert who has dedicated themselves to the restoration and management of wild turkey during their career. Stewart was acknowledged for his leadership and mentoring skills throughout his career and his continued efforts to pass hunting and fishing traditions on to future generations.

Hillsdale College Grants Honorary Degrees at Commencement Ceremony 2023

HILLSDALE, Mich. — At its 171st annual Commencement ceremony on May 13, Hillsdale College awarded Honorary Doctorate of Public Service degrees to Bishop Robert Barron, who addressed the graduating class of 2023; Elizabeth Ailes; and Alan N. Taylor. Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry P. Arnn awarded the honorary degrees.

Nimrod Education Center Launches Newsletter to Promote Hunting and Angling Heritage in America

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center is proud to announce the launch of its new newsletter dedicated to promoting the heritage of hunting and angling in America. The only college program of its kind in the United States, the Nimrod Education Center aims to educate citizens about the benefits of hunting and fishing as well as the important role of those practices throughout American history.

Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center Director Receives National Wild Turkey Federation Award

HILLSDALE, Mich. — The National Wild Turkey Federation presented Hillsdale College Nimrod Education Center Director Al Stewart with a Special Recognition Award at the 50-year anniversary celebration in Grand Blanc, Michigan on Jan. 14. “I am honored to be recognized by the National Wild Turkey Federation,” said Stewart. “I am proud to work with so many outstanding individuals and organizations, such as the National Wild Turkey Federation, that are committed to hunting and angling through their spirit of sportsmanship and their respect for our natural resources.”

Hillsdale College Professor Wins Department of Natural Resource’s Deer Patch Competition

HILLSDALE, Mich. — Brian Shaw, artist and teacher of graphic design at Hillsdale College, is the winner of the 2022 Michigan Department of Natural Resources deer patch design contest. This year’s competition marks the 50-year anniversary of the DNR’s Deer Management Cooperator Patch.

Hillsdale College Receives Gift to Establish Nimrod Education Center

Download Press Release Hillsdale College Receives Gift to Establish Nimrod Education Center Center to educate the public, students on the values of sportsmen-funded wildlife management Hillsdale, Mich. — Hillsdale College […]