Awards

NACD's mission is to serve conservation districts by providing national leadership and a unified voice for natural resource conservation.

NACD’s annual Awards Program recognizes individuals and organizations for outstanding work and leadership in soil and water conservation. Nominations for 2010 awards are now open, and the winners will be recognized at a ceremony at NACD's 2011 Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tenn. in February. Please e-mail awards@email.nacdnet.org with any questions. To view 2009 award winners, click here.

NACD Awards

NACD Friend of Conservation Award
The Friend of Conservation Award recognizes an individual, business, organization, agency, etc. outside the association for outstanding contributions to the conservation of our nation's natural resources. Please click here for the nomination form. Nominations are open through September 30, 2010.

NACD Distinguished Service Award
The NACD Distinguished Service Award recognizes an individual within the association who has made significant contributions to the conservation and proper management of our nation’s natural resources. Please click here for the nomination form. Nominations are open through September 30, 2010.

NACD President’s Award
Chosen by the NACD President, this award recognizes an individual or organization that has been especially helpful or active with regard to conservation during the President's term.

Partner Awards

AEM/NACD Partnership Award
As part of their long-standing partnership, NACD and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) have launched an award program recognizing conservation districts' use of and need for equipment. Conservation districts are encouraged to submit proposals for the program's two awards categories: Excellence in Conservation Equipment and Technology Use and Defining Conservation Needs for the Future. One winner will be selected from each category and each will receive a $2,000 cash award, a plaque, and complimentary registration for one day of the meeting. Nominations are open until October 8, 2010.

NWTF Outstanding Conservation District Partner Award
The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) seeks to recognize a conservation district or individual that has successfully partnered with a local NWTF chapter or staff to raise public awareness of conservation and wildlife management issues, improve wildlife habitat and increase hunting opportunities. Please click here for the nomination form.

NACD/NRCS Olin Sims Conservation Leadership Award
In tribute to former NACD President Olin Sims, the Olin Sims Conservation Leadership Award promotes and recognizes outstanding conservation leadership at the state and local level. Jointly established by NACD and the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the award will be given to one up-and-coming leader who demonstrates excellence in promoting and leading voluntary conservation on private lands.

Past Award Winners

2009 Award Winners
View a list of the 2009 award winning submissions and award winner bios. Congratulations to the 2009 winners!