Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

08/12/2026

The DCNR 2nd Annual Kids to Work Day was a huge success! 🎉 Thank you to all the amazing kids who joined us for a full day of hands‑on learning, creativity, and outdoor fun.

From building Marshmallow Monuments and exploring the Carson Watershed, to learning why the air gets so smoky, kids jumped into activities that combined science, stewardship, and Nevada’s natural resources. They also had the chance to try plant pressing, cactus coloring, fish/sun printing, and our exciting Nevada Floods water table!

We wrapped up the day with a special Ice Cream Social featuring Carson Kit Fox and Smokey Bear, followed by a lively Fire Engine demonstration.

Thank you to everyone who made this event possible, and to all the young explorers who brought so much energy to the day. We can’t wait for next year!

08/11/2026

August 11, 2026 updates:

08/11/2026

Washoe County School closures for August 11, 2206.

This is an important message from the Washoe County School District for Tuesday, August 11.

The District continues to collaborate with public safety officials to monitor the fires in our region and determine the safest plan for our students and staff members.

Based on the current evacuation zones, power outages, and updated information, all classes and activities at Natchez Elementary School will be canceled today, Tuesday, August 11.

The following eight schools will remain closed on Tuesday, August 11:

Desert Heights Elementary School
Silver Lake Elementary School
Lemmon Valley Elementary School
Alyce Taylor Elementary School
Jesse Hall Elementary School
Spanish Springs Elementary School
Shaw Middle School
Spanish Springs High School

At this time, all other schools are scheduled to be in session as usual on Tuesday.

As a reminder, bus transportation will not be able to operate in the areas designated as “red” or “yellow,” meaning those areas that have been evacuated or are standing by for possible evacuation.

To see the areas that are designated as such, please visit www.perimetermap.com.

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

08/07/2026

Unwind by spending time on the water with family and friends. To help ensure nothing interferes with your rest and relaxation please wear a properly fitted life jacket and encourage others to wear theirs too.

08/06/2026

The Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation is excited to announce $250,000 in new grant funding through the Youth Outdoor Growth and Innovation (YOGI) Grant Program!

This second round of statewide youth outdoor grants will help expand outdoor learning and recreation opportunities for Nevada kids, from classroom field trips to camp experiences to hands‑on outdoor skill building.

Since launching in 2024, YOGI funding has supported 64 projects, helping nearly 28,000 youth spend more than 290,000 hours outdoors across Nevada!

Schools, nonprofits, tribal governments, local agencies, and community groups are encouraged to apply. Applications are due October 5, 2026, with a voluntary applicant feedback period available in August.

Learn more and apply at:
https://ndor.nv.gov/yogi-grants

Photos in order courtesy of: Robert E. Lake Elementary School 2026, SOS Outreach 2026, Black Girls Hike 2025, Urban Roots 2025

08/06/2026

Before you set out on your next water adventure, please make sure everyone including yourself is wearing a properly fitted life jacket.

08/04/2026

Come explore Nevada’s incredible sagebrush ecosystem! The SAGE WISDOM exhibit opens August 6, 2026, at the Richard H. Bryan Building in Carson City. Discover how life, water, and fire shape Nevada's sagebrush landscapes.

The Bryan Building is open Monday–Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Stop by the lobby and learn more about the species, science, and stewardship behind one of Nevada’s most important ecosystems!

08/04/2026

As we continue to experience smoke from wildfires, remember to check your current air quality before heading outside. Stay informed and protect your health by visiting fire.airnow.gov for real‑time conditions.