natural resources
U.S. Forest Service: Fire restrictions in place at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/21/2018 - 10:21amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Fire restrictions on National Forest System lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin began Friday, August 17 and will remain in effect through Nov. 5.
Discover Nevada’s Newest State Park: Walker River State Recreation Area to open Sept. 22
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/20/2018 - 8:54amYERINGTON — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced Monday that Nevada’s newest state park, the Walker River State Recreation Area, will officially open to the public at the Pitchfork Ranch on Saturday, Sept. 22.
Grants amounting to $50,000 available for Nevada recycling projects
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 9:42amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection’s Recycling Program has $50,000 in grant funding available for projects to increase recycling, public awareness of the importance of conserving natural resources and for the reduction, reuse and recycling of solid waste.
August events at Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/30/2018 - 11:52amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of August. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.
Nevada commission makes $950,000 in grants available for off-highway vehicle projects
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 9:35amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles announced Tuesday that approximately $950,000 in grant funding is available for off-highway vehicle projects in Nevada.
Lake Tahoe Summit 2018: Recommitting to collaboration
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/19/2018 - 12:05pmNearly 25 years ago, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and dozens of partners embarked on an unprecedented mission to conserve and restore the Lake Tahoe Basin’s treasured natural resources through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program.
Nevada and mining company agree to protect, repair sage-grouse habitat lost in wildfire
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 9:02amCARSON CITY — Even before the Martin Fire burned more than 430,000 acres in northeast Nevada, many of which contained prime sage-grouse habitat near Paradise Valley, a project to enhance this critical sage-grouse habitat was already in the works.
Mercury levels in pet food to be studied by UNR scientists, crowdfunding to finance research
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/17/2018 - 11:40amAfter mercury was found in pet food in a 2016 research project at the University of Nevada, Reno, a new team is taking a closer look to quantify the concentration level of methylmercury, the toxic mercury compound that can have negative health impacts. Preliminary analyses of a few dog food samples showed methylmercury to be a significant percentage of the total mercury.
Forest Service offers guided hikes at Lake Tahoe ski resort
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 11:21amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Summer is here and that means it’s time to get out and enjoy your public lands. The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and Heavenly Mountain Resort offers folks to Hike with a Ranger this summer.
Non-native satin moths impacting aspen foliage at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 9:24amIn the mountains east of Lake Tahoe, visitors may notice some aspen trees have been defoliated due to an influx of invasive white satin moths.
UPDATE: Evans Fire in southwest Reno at 63 acres, 50 percent contained
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:35pmUPDATE MONDAY 1:35PM: The Evans Fire saw no growth overnight and remains at 63 acres and is now 50 percent contained, according to a U.S. Forest Service news release. Firefighters will continue to mop up and improve the line around the fire Monday afternoon. Helicopters will continue to be used to address smokes within the fire area.
Fourth of July boat inspections at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/30/2018 - 7:47amThe Fourth of July holiday and fireworks celebration brings a welcomed influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin.
With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted, boaters are urged to clean, drain, and dry their boats before arriving at Lake Tahoe inspection stations to avoid delays and decontamination fees. All stations close at 5:30 p.m., so please plan accordingly.
Nevada awarded ApprenticeshipUSA state expansion grant from U.S. Department of Labor
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/28/2018 - 3:35pmCARSON CITY — Nevada was recently awarded $968,595 ApprenticeshipUSA State Expansion in grant funds by the U.S. Department of Labor, Gov. Brian Sandoval announced Thursday.
Ranger-led hikes, star gazing and more in July at Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 2:39pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of July. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.
Carson City Leadership graduates 16, Carson Tahoe Health's Ed Epperson is honorary graduate
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 8:33amOn June 21, the Carson City Leadership Institute Class of 2018 graduated at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting.
'Buzzing' pollinator habitats are vital to Nevada’s ecosystems, public health
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/18/2018 - 9:22amDid you know that approximately one out of every three bites of food you eat depends on the work of a "pollinator?” Bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, flies, and hummingbirds are keystone pollinator species in Nevada, supporting healthy wildlands, ecosystem diversity, and a nutritious food supply.
Nevada Division of Forestry donates structure fire engine to Fallon, Churchill Fire Department
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/13/2018 - 2:59pmThe Nevada Division of Forestry is excited to announce the Fallon, Churchill County Fire Department will soon receive an advanced, Type I structure fire engine, providing additional resources to aid in structure firefighting during fires in the wildland urban interface.
Data shows sharp decline in 2017 Lake Tahoe clarity brought on by years of drought then record snow
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/13/2018 - 1:02pmHistoric drought followed by record-breaking precipitation and warm lake temperatures converged to produce the lowest annual average clarity levels recorded at Lake Tahoe in 2017, according to data released Wednesday by the Tahoe Environmental Research Center at the University of California, Davis.
Wanted: Winning snapshot of a Nevada State Park
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/11/2018 - 1:27pmThe Nevada Division of State Parks is excited to encourage Nevada residents to participate in the second annual America’s State Parks 2018 photo contest, sponsored by our partnering agency, the National Association of State Park Directors.
Anthropologist Anna Camp joins Carson City staff at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/07/2018 - 10:33amCARSON CITY — Anna Camp’s lifelong interest in Native American culture started when she was 7 and had a “museum day” with her second-grade class from Quincy Elementary School.
The field trip for the Plumas County, Calif., youngsters started with a drive Carson City and the Nevada State Museum before heading for California’s capital city of Sacramento and another museum.
Nevada Division of Forestry names John Christopherson as Deputy Administrator of Operations
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/31/2018 - 10:41amCARSON CITY — John Christopherson has been named Deputy Administrator of Operations for the Nevada Division of Forestry, the state's forester and fire warden announced Thursday.
Nevada conservation department celebrates 50 years of National Trails System
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/28/2018 - 10:18amCARSON CITY — With the passage of the National Trails System Act on June 2, 1968, America received an incredible gift: The creation and protection of extraordinary trails to discover, explore, and connect with nature. With approximately 2,485 miles of national trails throughout the Silver State, the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is excited to “wear our hearts on our backpacks” as we join the country in celebrating five decades of the National Trails System.
UNR to award most-ever degrees through four Spring Commencement ceremonies
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 11:33amThe University of Nevada, Reno’s 128th Commencement will confer 3,137 degrees, the largest amount of degrees conferred in one semester. The commencement exercises will take place over four ceremonies in three days:
Nevada Division of Forestry accepting community forest, open space grant program proposals
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 12:20pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Forestry announced Monday that applications are now being accepted for the Community Forest and Open Space Program competitive grant funding. CFP provides funding for the acquisition of private forest lands for public use. Funds are provided by the U.S. Forest Service.
Silver Saddle Ranch to host 2018 Spring Open House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 11:15amSpring has finally arrived and it's that wonderful time again for the annual Silver Saddle Ranch Open House. Located in southeast Carson City off of Carson River Road, the working ranch encompasses 703 acres that run along the east and west bank of the Carson River.
Wetlands may occupy sliver of Nevada's landscape but carry enormous ecosystem benefits
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 9:24amCARSON CITY — Wetlands are the link between land and water: where the flow of water, the cycling of nutrients, and the energy of the sun meet to produce highly productive ecosystems with unique plant and animal life.
As Derby draws near, UNR'S Equestrian Team up and running again
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 9:08amRENO, Nev. – As millions across the country tune in to watch the Derby horses burst out of the gate this Saturday, many northern Nevadans will be joining them, including students in the recently resurrected Nevada Equestrian Team, a University of Nevada, Reno club sport that went bust about 10 years ago.
April showers bring bounty of Nevada native wildflowers
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 9:37amCARSON CITY — A field of wildflowers is one of the most inspiring scenes you can experience in nature, and springtime in Nevada offers an abundance of opportunities to enjoy these blossoming treasures.
Northern Nevada homeowners urged to Junk the Junipers to prepare for wildfire season
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 9:08amResidents of local northern Nevada communities are encouraged to help keep their neighborhoods safe from wildfires by participating in “Junk the Junipers" on May 12 with drop off locations in Washoe Valley and Silver Lake.
Tire fees fund recycling projects with grants throughout Nevada
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/21/2018 - 3:28pmThe Nevada Department of Conservation & Natural Resources’ Division of Environmental Protection’s (NDEP) Recycling Program has awarded grants to five organizations throughout the State.