The Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails have opened nominations for the annual Wild Prairie Showdown awards. The awards celebrate contributions to conservation and recreation from community members involved with the Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails, aligning with the organizations’ values and priorities. Two honors will be awarded: the Creative Conservationist Award, celebrating innovation and stewardship aligned with the foundation’s mission, and the Waveshaper Award, which highlights extraordinary support for ICON Water Trails. Third-party nominations will be accepted through Aug. 22, with winners announced at the Wild Prairie Showdown event on Oct. 16. For more information, visit the Great Outdoors Foundation website. To submit a nomination, click here.