Arkansas Waterfowler Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Inductees

The Museum of the Arkansas Grand Prairie announced the inductees into this year’s Arkansas Waterfowler Hall of Fame: Brent Birch, The Honorable Dale Bumpers, Frank Lyon, Jr., David Snowden and David Snowden, Jr.

An official induction ceremony will honor these individuals on May 21, 2026 at The Country Club of Little Rock.

Event proceeds will benefit the Museum of the Arkansas Grand Prairie in Stuttgart, which houses the Arkansas Waterfowler Hall of Fame. The event is organized by committee members including Chairman Jim Ronquest, Brent Birch, Greg Churan, Jeff Churan, Anne Marie Doramus, George Dunklin, Lee Ann Blackwell-Hoskyn, Gar Lile, Jenna Ronquest, and Fara Foster.

“The Arkansas Waterfowler Hall of Fame allows us to honor the people whose passion, stewardship, and commitment have shaped Arkansas into the nation’s premier waterfowling destination,” said Chairman Jim Ronquest. “This year’s inductees represent the very best of that tradition. Their contributions—whether in conservation, community leadership, or the advancement of our waterfowl heritage—have left a lasting impact that will benefit generations to come. We’re proud to recognize their remarkable legacies.”

The May 21st “southern comfortable” induction ceremony will include a pre-dinner reception from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, live music, and a live auction.