A free workshop for anyone interested in volunteering to help protect Nevada’s heritage is being offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Bureau of Land Management, 5665 Morgan Mill Road in Carson City.
The Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Reclamation, Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Park Service have joined with the Nevada State Historic Preservation Office to create a statewide volunteer site stewardship program that trains site stewards to become “eyes and ears” for public land management agencies.
The workshop includes an overview of Nevada’s rich history and provides insight into how Nevada’s heritage is at risk. Stewards are educated on the latest laws related to historic preservation so they can work with their local authorities to prevent further damage through reporting vandalism and other activities that could harm archaeological and paleontological sites. Volunteers who attend this workshop will receive a 2015 certification for stewarding in Nevada.
“Anyone who enjoys being outdoors, likes to hike, is willing to collaborate with both state and federal agencies and has a love for the past should consider attending this workshop,” said Rebecca Palmer, State Historic Preservation officer. “Site stewards play an essential role in maintaining the integrity of Nevada’s archaeological, paleontological, and historical sites for generations to come.”
The workshop is hosted by the State Historic Preservation Office, Nevada Site Stewardship Program.
To reserve a seat, RSVP by Sept. 1 to Rayette Martin at 702-486-5011 or ramartin@shpo.nv.gov.