[Grand Junction], Colo.– The Colorado Youth Corps Association (CYCA) honors its 2011 Corpsmembers of the Year and Champions at the annual Youth Corps Awards Ceremony Monday, Feb. 6 at 8:15 a.m. at the Colorado State Capitol Old Supreme Court Chambers (second floor). CYCA will honor 10 young people from across the state as 2011 Corpsmembers of the Year including Levi Garrick from the Western Colorado Conservation Corps of Mesa County Partners.

Regional Field Coordinator Eric Hughes said “Levi leads by example, has a positive attitude, and is always willing to learn… [he] is the ideal crew member.”

“We look forward to seeing his achievements.” – Field Coordinator Matt Jennings.

“Levi is an outstanding crew member, who truly deserves the recognition afforded by this great honor. Of the 197 corpsmembers employed this year, Levi was chosen as Corpsmember of the Year for his dedicated work ethic, leadership, willingness to learn, and always going beyond what is required.  The staff here at the Corps are confident that he will go far with qualities so exemplary and rare.” – Director Trevor Wickersham.

In addition, Helen Hankins, Colorado State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, will be honored as the 2011 Champion for Youth. The Colorado Department of Natural Resources and Great Outdoors Colorado will receive Partner of the Year awards.

Joining Levi Garrick in receiving 2011 Corpsmember of the Year awards are: