The sands of South Bitter Ridge in the proposed Gold Butte National Conservation Area(photograph by Kurt Kuznicki)
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
This Is Nevada...
The sands of South Bitter Ridge in the proposed Gold Butte National Conservation Area(photograph by Kurt Kuznicki)
Saturday, October 08, 2011
Partners in Conservation Award Ceremony
Jose Witt, Sheena Britschgi, and Shaaron Netherton accept the Partners in Conservation Award from Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar on September 21, 2011 in Washington, DC.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
National Public Lands Day 2011 - Black Rock
Before...
And after the route restoration in the Calico Mountains!
Pat and Kristine inspect invasive species
Sunscreen - a necessity on the playa!
Smile!Friday, September 09, 2011
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Griffith Peak Re-Route Project
Friends of Nevada Wilderness, the Student Conservation Association interns under the Southern Nevada Agency Partnership, and over 20 volunteers will be working over the next ten days to re-route the trail to the summit of Griffith Peak, the third highest mountain in the Spring Mountains.
Some will be camping out along the trail while others will come up to help for a day or bring up supplies.
A pack string will bring up water for the trail crew.
And they're off! Check back for regular updates on the team's progress!
Monday, August 22, 2011
Friday, August 19, 2011
Opening of the Black Rock Visitor Center
The new Black Rock National Conservation Area Visitor Center is officially open for business, education, and enjoyment!
The official ribbon cutting
Shaaron and Pat share a smile
Examining the artifact display
Learning about the journey westardFriday, August 12, 2011
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Friday, July 01, 2011
Summer of Sheldon Part One
Over 30 volunteers came out to Badger Campground in the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge to pull fence that was blocking antelope migratory routes and wildlife water access.
Friends of Nevada Wilderness teamed up with the Oregon Natural Desert Association to take out almost four miles of fence in five hours - most of the fence had five strands of wire - that's a total of 20 miles rolled and bundled!
After their hard work, the team was treated to bowls of Dutch oven Jambalaya, a hearty stew prepared by Sheena Britschgi.
Thanks again for all your hardwork - the antelope appreciate it!
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
Summer of Sheldon 2011
Friends of Nevada Wilderness is offering three opportunities to get out in the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge and help Nevada's pronghorn antelope this summer! Our Sheldon Rendezvous has been so successful in the past, we've decided to triple it this year!
The Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge encompasses over 570,000 acres of high desert sagebrush-steppe ecosystem and boasts wandering herds of pronghorn antelope and scatterd bands of bighorn sheep along with a variety of bird and butterfly species.
Call 775 324-7667 to reserve your spot - space is limited, so call today!
June 24-26, 2011
July 22-24, 2011
August 26-18, 2011
Volunteers will be pulling barbed wire fence out that obstructs pronghorn antelope migratory routes and water access under the direction of the US Fish and Wildlife Service. On Saturday evening, there will be a Dutch oven entree and volunteer potluck - Friends of Nevada Wilderness will provide the main dishes, just bring a side or dessert to share!
The Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge encompasses over 570,000 acres of high desert sagebrush-steppe ecosystem and boasts wandering herds of pronghorn antelope and scatterd bands of bighorn sheep along with a variety of bird and butterfly species.Call 775 324-7667 to reserve your spot - space is limited, so call today!
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Black Rock Rendezvous: Before and After Calico Mountains Route Rehab
Calico Mountains, May 2011
Before volunteers from the Black Rock Rendezvous begin work restoring the route (photo by Sheena Britschgi)
After the group finishes, no trace of the illegal route is left (Sheena Britschgi)
The hard workers!Monday, June 06, 2011
Black Rock Rendezvous: Before and After at Mormon Dan
Black Rock National Conservation Area, May 2011
Before volunteers with Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Friends of Black Rock-High Rock, Nevada Outdoor School and BLM staffers begin working (photo by Darcy Shepard)
Laying out the pieces (Darcy Shepard)
Teamwork! (Darcy Shepard)
Volunteer rake away traces of their footprints (Darcy Shepard)
After volunteers are done (Darcy Shepard)Monday, May 23, 2011
Saturday, May 07, 2011
Trail Maintenance: Before and After
Mt. Rose Wilderness, May 2011
Friends of Nevada Wilderness teamed up with the Forest Service to bring Dolly Chapman to lead a 3-day course in crosscut saw safety and skill, leading to B-level certification (photo by Darcy Shepard)
Students got in the field on the White's Creek Trail to remove a downed tree (Darcy Shepard)
After 45 minutes and two cuts, the team removes the obstructing portion (Darcy Shepard)
The cut part is rolled off to the downward side of the trail (Darcy Shepard)
The class with instructor Dolly Chapman (Darcy Shepard)Friday, May 06, 2011
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