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Division of Forestry Awards Highest Accolade to Kacey KC, Recognizing Exemplary Service.
On Friday, February 20, the Nevada Division of Forestry awarded its highest recognition – The Stewardship Excellence Award -- to State Forester Firewarden Kacey KC, in acknowledgement of her exemplary service and profound achievements that revolutionized and enhanced the agency’s operational scale and efficiency. This was also the final day of her 23-year career with the agency. KC leaves NDF to become the new Oregon State Forester and Director of the Oregon Department of Forestry
Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Announces State Forester Leadership Transition
The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced the departure of Kacey KC, State Forester Firewarden of the Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF). KC, who has served NDF since 2002, will be leaving Nevada to head the Oregon Department of Forestry.
The Red Rock Sunflower: Unique in Nevada
Read about the Red Rock sunflower, a unique plant that only grows in Nevada.
Fire Restrictions to Begin in Nevada State Parks, Lands, and Recreation Areas Across 10 Counties
Fire restrictions go into effect June 19 across Nevada State Parks and Recreation Areas across 10 counties, including Washoe, Mineral, Lyon, and more.
Fire Restrictions Begin June 13 on Nevada State Lands and State Parks in Clark and Lincoln Counties.
Starting at 12:00 a.m. on Friday, June 13, 2025, fire restrictions will go into effect across all Nevada state lands, including state parks and recreation areas in Clark and Lincoln County. These restrictions are issued by the Nevada Division of Forestry’s State Forester/Firewarden to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires during wildfire season.