NRD Recognizes Outstanding Conservationists at Range Day Event

January 30, 2025 —

The 2024 UNWNRD Conservation Award Winners are:

Conservation Award for Natural Resources Education:

David Carlson of Hay Springs, Nebraska

Nominated by: Robin Foulk and Bryan Kahl, Chadron NRCS

Conservation Award for Wildlife Habitat & Outdoor Recreation:

Arlee and Betty Phillips of Hemingford, Nebraska

Nominated by: Kelly Mildebrandt, Pheasants Forever

Conservation Award for Range Management:

Ronald Betson of Crawford, Nebraska

Nominated by: Robin Foulk and Bryan Kahl, Chadron NRCS

Conservation Award Soil Conservation:

Steve Benzel of Alliance, Nebraska

Nominated by: Brad Carlson, Alliance NRCS

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