For Immediate Release

Contact: Julie Wraithmell, jwraithmell@audubon.org, 850-222-2473

STATEMENT FROM AUDUBON OF FLORIDA DIRECTOR OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION JULIE WRAITHMELL

Tallahassee, FL - Audubon greeted the news Thursday that Governor Scott appointed Liesa Priddy to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission with enthusiasm.

“Ms. Priddy’s land stewardship ethic and appreciation for Florida’s wildlife will make her an excellent addition to this important decision making body,” said Julie Wraithmell, Director of Wildlife Conservation for Audubon of Florida. “We look forward to working with her on our shared conservation priorities.”