Name/Title
Inspiration Pin (1979) Gold-PlatedEntry/Object ID
2022.4.00.A3Description
1979 Gold-Plated Inspiration pin featuring largemouth bass.Use
This pin is a variation of the 1979 Prototype that was originally purchased by Dick Kotis and used to pitch his idea of an award to an angler for a qualifying catch to Governor Rhoads and his team.Context
This pin originally came from Dick Kotis's private collection.
Today, the Fish Ohio program recognizes anglers for noteworthy catches of Ohio’s fish. Since 1976, more than 400,000 anglers have been recognized for their catches. The Ohio Division of Wildlife took over the program's management in 1980.Collection
Personal Collection of Dan Yoder
