Tri-Basin Conservation Awards

Tri-Basin Conservation Awards

Tri-Basin NRD is proud to recognize individuals who go above and beyond in their conservation efforts. These awards honor those who lead by example and make a lasting difference in protecting our natural resources. If you know someone deserving of this recognition, we invite you to submit a nomination by contacting Sasha Hahn or John Thorburn at the Tri-Basin NRD, 308-995-6688.  

Categories

  • Outstanding Soil Conservation
  • Outstanding Water Conservation
  • Tree Planter Award
  • Range Management Award
  • Wetland Stewardship
  • Friend of Conservation

Past Recipients:

2027

To Be Announced

2025

Soil Stewardship - Kevin, Austin & August Fishell

Water Stewardship - Bryant Knoerzer

2023

Soil Stewardship - Doyle Reed Family

Tree Planter - Pat Haight

Range Management - Lance Hilker - Deer Creek Farms

Friend of Conservation - Curtis Scheele

2021

Soil Stewardship - Monte Wendell

Tree Planter - Shawn Woollen

Water Stewardship - Dave Ford

2019

Soil Stewardship - Tyler Hueftle

Tree Planter - Lavern Johnson

2017

Soil Stewardship - Russell Edeal

Tree Planter - Marshall Paulsen

Water Stewardship - Russell Edeal

Range Management - Keith & Sharon Portenier

2015

Soil Stewardship - Greg Linder, Linder Stock Farms, Inc

Tree Planter - Helms Flying H, LLC

Wetland Stewardship - Millard Gustafson, Gustafson Farms

Friend of Conservation - Senator Tom Carlson

Other Awards

NARD Conservation Awards

NACD Annual Awards

Master Conservationist Award - OWH