Nevada State Executive - Director of Conservation and Natural Resources
Recent News About Nevada State Executive - Director of Conservation and Natural Resources
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Black Springs Volunteer Firehouse added to national historic register
The Black Springs Volunteer Firehouse, associated with Nevada's first African American Fire Chief, William "Bill" Lobster, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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Nevada offers $800K for off-highway vehicle project grants
Every year, the Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles allocates funds to support various off-highway vehicle (OHV) projects across the state.
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LULAC Senior Center in Las Vegas added to National Historic Register
The LULAC Multi-Purpose Senior Center, also known as the Arturo Cambiero Senior Center, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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Nevada announces recipients for outdoor education grant program
The Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation has announced the recipients of its second annual Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program.
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Nevada awards $250K for outdoor education and recreation projects
The Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation, along with the Advisory Board on Outdoor Recreation (ABOR), has announced the recipients of its second annual grant cycle for the Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program.
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Nevada group proposes integrating outdoor education in schools
The Advisory Working Group (AWG), composed of representatives from various sectors including state agencies, educators, school administrators, nonprofit organizations, legislators, and students, has released recommendations to integrate outdoor...
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Nevada extends shared stewardship agreement with focus on wildfire resilience
Governor Joe Lombardo has reaffirmed Nevada's commitment to the Shared Stewardship Agreement, a collaborative initiative aimed at protecting and restoring landscapes while mitigating wildfire risks.
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Nevada offers $750K in grants for off-highway vehicle projects
The Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles has announced the availability of $750,000 in grant funding for off-highway vehicle (OHV) projects. Applications are due by November 17, 2024, with grants to be awarded on December 13, 2024.
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Nevada launches certification program aimed at preserving dark skies
The Nevada Department of Outdoor Recreation (NDOR) has launched the Nevada Starry Skies Certification Program, addressing the challenges posed by light pollution. This initiative aims to preserve dark skies to support wildlife, offer deeper connections to the cosmos, and provide an unobstructed view of the night sky.
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Spooner Lake project wins award for sustainable recreation
The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has announced that the Spooner Lake Frontcountry Improvement Project received the Lake Tahoe Best in Basin Award for Sustainable Recreation and Forest Health. The award, given by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), honors projects around Lake Tahoe that show exceptional planning, implementation, and harmony with the natural environment.
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Nevada Division of State Lands invites grant proposals for Lake Tahoe preservation
The Nevada Division of State Lands (NDSL) has announced that it is now accepting proposals for its Nevada Lake Tahoe License Plate grant program. The program offers up to $1,000,000 in grants for projects aimed at preserving and restoring the Lake Tahoe Basin.
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Walker Basin farmers collaborate on groundwater conservation initiative
“The Fulstone Family has been supportive of the initiative proposed and funded by The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources,” said Steven Fulstone. “This creative solution to a difficult problem will help preserve our underground aquifer for future generations, hopefully without the need for any future curtailment possibilities.”
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Nevada names Kaden Barmore new leader of Off-Highway Vehicle Program
The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDOR) has announced the appointment of Kaden Barmore as the new leader of the Nevada Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program. Denise Beronio, Administrator for NDOR, expressed confidence in Barmore's abilities: "Kaden brings amazing passion and dedication to the diverse landscape of the Nevada OHV Program and will be an incredible asset to help grow the OHV mission while elevating its brand within the state." She further emphasized his suitability for the role, stating, "Kaden is everything we could have hoped for in...
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Agencies release findings from Lake Tahoe beach water sampling
The Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board (Lahontan Water Board) and the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) collected water samples on July 8 and July 10 at two Lake Tahoe beaches, El Dorado Beach in California and Nevada Beach in Nevada. The samples are part of the California Interagency Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB)-related Illness Workgroup’s (Workgroup) ongoing investigation into a dog’s death in the area.
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University teams up with state agency for outdoor industry education initiatives
In partnership with the Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation, the University of Nevada, Reno has developed two programs to address the increasing demand for skilled professionals in outdoor recreation. The new programs include a specialization in Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Management and a minor in Outdoor Adventure and Leadership (ODAL). The Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Management specialization is part of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, developed in the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources, while the ODAL minor is housed in the...
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Nevada introduces new tracking tool for harmful algal blooms
The Nevada Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force has introduced a new tracking tool and provided safety tips for water recreation as temperatures rise and residents seek relief in the state's lakes, rivers, and reservoirs. The Task Force emphasizes the importance of staying informed about HABs to safely enjoy Nevada's waterbodies.
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National Pollinator Week highlights importance of preserving Nevada's ecosystems
Nevada is home to thousands of native pollinator species, including highly efficient native bees whose fuzzy bodies excel at gathering and transferring pollen. The state also hosts over 600 butterfly and moth species. These range from generalists to specialists like the yucca moth, which uniquely pollinates Joshua trees and other yucca species vital to the Mojave Desert ecosystem. Protecting these pollinators and their habitats is essential for maintaining Nevada’s diverse and healthy ecosystems.