NWF Action Fund is sad to share the news of the loss of our dear colleague, Tony Dean.

The sportsmen community lost a great friend and advocate with the passing of Tony.

Tony Dean was the host and producer of the television show, "Tony Dean Outdoors," and radio show, "Dakota Backroads." Dean's TV and radio shows have won more than 160 regional and national programming awards.

He was a member of the North Dakota and National Freshwater Fishing Halls of Fame and has received numerous conservation awards at the local, state, regional and national levels.

Tony joined NWF Action Fund recently in Denver at the "I Fish, I Hunt, I Vote Conservation" event. (see video) There I heard Tony speak passionately on behalf of sportsmen's traditions that are at risk from issues like climate change.

Tony was a thoughtful and passionate advocate for conservation. His folksy style could sway even the toughest of politicians.

We will remember his vigor for life and passion for the great outdoors, but most of all we will honor his commitment to the people who fish and hunt--he was their true friend.

Susan Brown
Executive Director
National Wildlife Federation Action Fund

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