From Bonefish & Tarpon Trust:
New York, NY — Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT) will honor former NBCUniversal CEO Steve Burke and Gretchen Burke at the 15th Annual NYC Dinner & Awards Ceremony on October 5, 2026, for their angling passions and commitment to rebuilding Grand Bahama’s East End following Hurricane Dorian.
This year’s event celebrates “Restoration and Recovery” in The Bahamas, marking the significant progress in restoring natural resources and helping local communities recover in the years since Hurricane Dorian devastated Abaco and Grand Bahama. The Burkes will be joined in the spotlight by eight Bahamian fishing guides who will receive BTT’s Flats Stewardship Award in recognition of their tireless commitment to mangrove restoration and natural resource conservation—Charles Albury, JR Albury, Leroy Glinton, Robert Meadows, Justin Sands, Danny Sawyer, Livingston Tate, and Shervin Tate.
From coastal fisheries and marine habitats to the rivers and wild landscapes of the American West, the Burkes have supported environmental research, conservation education, and organizations dedicated to the stewardship of land and water resources. Their conservation leadership highlights the critical connection between healthy habitats, thriving fisheries, and vibrant communities.
“We appreciate Steve and Gretchen’s shared love of fishing,” said BTT President and CEO Jim McDuffie. “Their generous support of land and water conservation reflects a broad commitment to both natural resources and the people and communities who help connect us with nature. And in the same way, we are honored to also salute Bahamian fishing guides for their inspiring efforts to restore the region’s vital mangrove ecosystem.”
To learn more, visit the event registration page.
About Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust’s mission is to conserve bonefish, tarpon, and permit—the species, their habitats and the larger fisheries they comprise. BTT pursues this mission through science-based conservation, education, and advocacy across Florida, The Bahamas, Belize and Mexico, as well as in coastal states from Texas to Virginia. Learn more at: www.BTT.org.