DNR Announces 2023 Warden Of The Year
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Conservation Warden Brandon Smith was recognized as the Warden of the Year for 2023.
Smith, a member of the Racine-Kenosha Warden Team in the DNR’s Southeast Region, joined the DNR in 2006 and became a warden in 2013. He was presented the Haskell Noyes Warden of the Year Award at a banquet this September, attended by colleagues, past recipients and the Noyes family.
“The Haskell Noyes award represents honoring one warden who demonstrates outstanding Efficiency and Faithful Able Service,” said Casey Krueger, DNR chief conservation warden. “Warden Smith is well deserving of this recognition due to his relentless commitment to protecting the people of Wisconsin and our natural resources.”
Capt. Mike Katzenberg of the DNR Southeast Region says Smith embraces change in his outstanding service to the warden service and the communities in his service area.
“Brandon can find the best in any situation, which is contagious. It affects everyone he is around, and it is refreshing to be a part of,” said Katzenberg. “I am thankful for Brandon and not only the work he has accomplished for his community but how he represents the entire state of Wisconsin and acts as a role model for so many.”
“Brandon has outstanding relationships with law enforcement agencies within his administrative area, the county and the Kenosha District Attorney’s office,” the nomination said. “He also has a great relationship with Illinois DNR wardens with whom he works very closely.”
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