2011 Spirit of Hostelling: Adventurer of the Year Award
This honorary award recognizes an individual(or individuals), regardless of age, who, through his or her experiences, has demonstrated outstanding enthusiasm and curiosity while traveling abroad and staying in hostels.
Maybe you know a person you would like to nominate? Do they have an itchy foot and curious mind? Is it someone whose life plan involves meeting people of different cultures and visiting the far-off corners of the globe? Do they have an unquenchable desire to see the world and meet its people?
If you wish to nominate yourself or someone else, please send us the name and contact information for your nominee (including phone numbers). Tell us about your nominee and their travels and why you believe they should receive this award. Go ahead...Impress us (we love photos)! State your reasons for submission and mail the information to:
SHA Award Committee/Hostelling International USA, CSOC/PO Box 41/Columbus, OH 43216-0041. Questions regarding nominations may be directed to alm2111@ameritech.net.Sat,July 30th is the deadline for submissions.
Primary consideration is given to the spirit and manner in which the nominees undertake their travels, their ability to give interesting presentations, and their experiences in hostels. The recipient of the award is honored with special recognition and a [/b]HI-USA Life Time Membership, both of which are presented at the CSOC Annual Meeting & Party. The award recipient must be able to attend the Annual Meeting & Party to receive the award. After receiving the award, the recipient makes a presentation on his or her adventures and travel experiences.
Recipients are also featured in the CSOC newsletter, the Scioto Valley News.




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