"The Second Amendment protects an individual right to possess a firearm unconnected with service in a militia, and to use that arm for traditionally lawful purposes, such as self defense in the home."

 - U.S. Supreme Court Justice J. Scalia, June 26, 2008

On Saturday, March 29, 2008 the League of Essex County Sportsmen's Clubs held its Annual Banquet at the Hilltop Steak House in Saugus, MA. At their event the League surprised GOAL's Executive Director Jim Wallace by honoring him with the Hank Walker Sentinel Goose Award.

This coveted award is given to those who have dedicated their lives to being ever watchful in protecting the rights of sportsmen and conservation. In the past, this award has been given to Governors, Congressman, Senators and a handful of others.

"I am honored and humbled to have received this award from the League," said Jim Wallace of GOAL. "To be included into the small fraternity of people that have received this award means a great deal to me. I would like to thank the League and the Walker family for bestowing this honor on me."

(L to R) Chuck Casella, Essex County Vice President - Jim Wallace GOAL's Executive Director - Senator Bruce Tarr