Nevada Youth Range Camp

Since 1961, the Nevada Youth Range Camp has offered educational opportunities for young people to learn about land management practices in a safe and fun learning environment. Range Camp is held every summer in Berry Creek, northeast of McGill, NV. The purpose of the camp is to learn about the relationships between people and rangeland.

What to Expect:

• A one week immersive experience, learning about plants, wildlife, water, and soil, as well as land management practices and careers in natural resource and rangeland management.
• Primitive camping at Berry Creek, so camping gear is required.
• Experienced instructors and counselors, who are trained specialists from the University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada State Parks, Nevada Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Bureau of Land Management, US Forest Service, and other agencies and organizations.
• Evening programs, geared towards enjoyment and personal interest, including map and compass orientation, conservation skill workshops, and wildlife presentations.
• Outdoor activities, including swimming, fishing, hiking, volleyball, and campfires, among others. Campers must bring along their own tackle and valid Nevada fishing license if they plan to fish.
• An enjoyable experience, shared with youth from around Nevada.

How to Apply

• Prospective campers can download the application and health forms from the Nevada Section of Society for Range Management website to download the application forms.
• A letter of recommendation, signed by an adult other than a parent, sibling or relative is also required.
• Email the completed forms and letter of recommendation to Ethan Mower (emower@parks.nv.gov). Packet can also be mailed to NV Youth Range Camp, C/O Kershaw Ryan State Park, PO Box 985, Caliente NV 89008

Scholarship Competition now Open

The Nevada Division of Forestry and the Nevada Section of the Society for Range Management sponsor the Nevada Youth Range Camp Essay Competition. Selected essays will receive up to $250 to cover registration costs.

To be eligible, applicants must be between the ages of 14-18. Parental consent is required as well. Applications that use AI or are flagged for plagiarism will be disqualified.

Scholarship Applications are due to ndfstewardship@forestry.nv.gov by no later than May 1st, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.

Download the Range Camp Scholarship application form

For any questions about the scholarship contest, please email ndfstewardship@forestry.nv.gov.