Richfield's Bromenshenkel Named Ocean Hero Award Finalist

Richfield's own shark advocate was named as a finalist for the Oceana Junior Ocean Hero Award along with five other children.

The award honors youth who have made significant, ongoing contributions to ocean conservation, according to the Oceana website.

Bromenshenkel raises money for shark preservation through hot chocolate and lemonade stands, among other things, throughout the year. As of March 1, 2011, she had raised and donated more than $3,500 to shark preservation efforts.

Bromenshenkel received numerous nominations and is very excited at the possibility of receiving the award, according to Kori Bromenshenkel, Sophi's mom.

Voting for the junior award winner begins May 9. In addition, there are six adults who have been nominated for an adult hero award. To read the bios of the nominees and to vote, click here.