Malone honored by Outdoor Life magazine

Retired Jazz power forward Karl Malone was recently honored by Outdoor Life magazine as one of "25 men and women who have changed the face of hunting and fishing."

According to the publication, "Since his retirement from professional basketball in 2004, Malone has become even more deeply involved in the outdoors. He has invested his time, energy and resources in wildlife conservation programs around the continent.

"His contributions have provided access for hunters; habitat for bighorn sheep, mule deer and elk; and outdoor gear for underprivileged kids.

In addition, Malone founded the Hunts for Heroes program, which sponsors all-expenses-paid hunts for soldiers, firefighters and policemen."

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