Each year, the Georgia Conservancy celebrates its work and honors the Distinguished Conservationist of the Year at its premier gala fundraiser, the Eco-Benefête. Proceeds from the affair help the Georgia Conservancy further its mission of ensuring Georgians have clean air, healthy rivers and streams, and protected natural areas both now and in the future.

The 2006 Eco-Benefête will be held October 28 at the Westin Buckhead. Nationally acclaimed for its model of smart growth and sustainable living, Atlantic Station will receive the Distinguished Conservationist of the Year Award. The event is co-chaired by Bonnie Harris and Becky Riley.

In past years, many of Georgia's most prominent figures representing the business, conservation, government, and social communities have helped to honor Distinguished Conservationists of the Year, including Ted Turner, Jimmy Carter, Laura & Rutherford Seydel, Charles Brewer and Clay Long, for their determined commitment to our state.

Sponsorships are available. For more information, contact Amber Medley at 404.876.2900 x 118 or email her amedley@gaconservancy.org.