February 16, 2017
National Volunteer Award
National Volunteer Award: Mr. Bill Barnes of Lake Ouachita (MVK) has been selected as USACE recipient of the 2016 National Volunteer Award for 25 years of dedication to the recreation, water/boating safety, and natural resource management programs at Lake Ouachita. Mr. Barnes donated in excess of 500 hours of volunteer service in 2016 on the Lake Ouachita Citizen's Focus Committee where he has been instrumental in providing insight for recreation area enhancements, and assisting with Corps sponsored activities such as the Wounded Warrior Squirrel Hunt to ensure they are successful. Mr. Barnes' eagerness to lend a helping hand when needed has greatly benefitted the Corps missions. He continues to demonstrate a high level of integrity, dedication, and service that is extremely beneficial to the Lake Ouachita Project and the visiting public.

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