<p> The RMF Presents: The James Wilcox Award 2015 – 2016 ~ *Nomination Form ~ (*Submitted on behalf of applicant. Direct application form also available.) </p><p>Sponsored in partnership with the Ragged Mountain Foundation, the Annual James Wilcox Award is designed to help support small teams tackling big dreams in the great mountains of the world – from New England to Nepal. Climbs proposed should present a significant technical or personal challenge, including - but certainly not limited to: a first ascent, repeat ascent, or first alpine style ascent. Awards will be made to climbers whose plans best exemplify the spirit of adventure through modern, technical climbing, with special emphasis placed on ‘leave no trace’ ethics and best style of ascent. Grants of $500 will be awarded each year to one RMF member / team. Note: You may be contacted for additional information. Climbs made between July 1, 2015 and June 30, 2016, are eligible. Applications accepted 7/01/14 through 6/04/15. (Refer to terms listed below.) You may utilize this form to nominate a worthy candidate, who you believe may be hesitant to submit an application on their own behalf. RMF membership is required. Membership applications are available on-line at www.raggedmtn.org</p><p>1) Your Name / Name of Nominator: </p><p>Phone: e-mail address: </p><p>2.) Name of Primary Nominee (and additional team members, if available.): </p><p>Street Address: </p><p>City: State: Zip Code: </p><p>Phone: e-mail address: </p><p>3.) Nominator’s relationship to nominee: </p><p>4) Climbing Objective and Timeline (BASIC description, as understood by the nominator.):</p><p>Nominations may be submitted on a rolling basis, from July 1st, through June 4th - the established deadline, each year. </p><p>Submissions:</p><p>Applications and Nomination forms for the James Wilcox Memorial Award should be submitted as follows:</p><p>Electronically (preferred) to: [email protected]</p><p>Please accept our sincere appreciation for your willingness to assist us in our efforts to determine a worthy field of candidates for the Annual Wilcox Memorial Climbing Award!!</p>