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Florida

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Bill Tate, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service fish biologist, watches two Okaloosa darters in a fish viewing box. More than 90 percent of the darter's stream habitat is found on the Eglin Air Force Base reservation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jerron Barnett) Team Work Enhances Endangered Species Habitat
 Learn how NRCS and several Federal and local partners were able to enhance endangered Okaloosa Darter habitat on Florida's Elgin Air Force Base.

 

 

National

NRCS National Atmospheric Resource Specialist Michele Laur NRCS Ironwoman
NRCS National Atmospheric Resource Specialist Michele Laur has a very impressive record of marathons, triathlons, and other feats of speed and endurance. Her most recent ironman race was the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, October 2008, where 1,800 athletes competed in the 30th anniversary of the event. Michele completed the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, and 26.2-mile marathon in 16 hours, one hour before the official race cutoff time.


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Watch this NBC news report that captures Michele's reaction upon learning of her selection to compete in the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.
 
Texas

Associate professor and dairy product specialist with Langston University School of Agriculture and Applied Science Dr. Steve Zeng, demonstrated how to make a variety of cheeses"Say Cheese!"
NRCS and local partner organizations recently hosted a cheese-making educational workshop for Uvalde, Texas, and surrounding county residents.   Associate professor and dairy product specialist with Langston University School of Agriculture and Applied Science Dr. Steve Zeng, demonstrated how to make a variety of cheeses. 
 

 

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NRCS Leadership Update
As we move forward in our mission of helping people help the land under the new administration, the following individuals will lead NRCS until further notice from the Department of Agriculture -- Acting USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment Douglas Lawrence, Acting NRCS Chief Dave White, Acting Regional Assistant Chief (RAC), East Leonard Jordan, Acting RAC, Central Diane Gelburd, Acting RAC, West Ginger Murphy, Acting Deputy Chief for Strategic Planning and Accountability James Tillman, Acting Associate Deputy Chief for Science and Technology Harry Slawter, Acting Director Operations and Management and Oversight Division Letitia Toomer, Acting Director Resource Economics and Sciences Division Frank Clearfield, Dana York will continue to serve in her position as the NRCS Associate Chief.  The dedicated service of these -- and all NRCS employees is appreciated!

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Linda Hardee -- Alabama Earth Team VolunteerLinda Hardee -- Alabama Earth Team Volunteer
Ever since she attended the second annual environmental education teachers workshop in 2000, Linda has been volunteering her time and talents to make sure every workshop is a success.

 

 

 

 

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1940's photo of U.S. Forest Service employee Glen Brado (left) attaching scales to ski pole while NRCS conservationist Morlan Nelson prepares to measure snow sampling tube (NRCS photo by Robert F. Branstead -- click to enlarge)Snow Survey Team
1940's photo of U.S. Forest Service employee Glen Brado (left) attaching scales to ski pole while NRCS conservationist Morlan Nelson prepares to measure snow using a sampling tube (NRCS photo by Robert F. Branstead -- click to enlarge).

NRCS This Week features a weekly historical photo and caption.  NHQ, districts, States, RC&D councils, and all other NRCS entities are invited to submit a historical photo of activities or individuals who have worked or are working for the agency along with a caption. 
 

 

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Conservation... Our Purpose. Our Passion

The purpose and passion for conservation is shared among many.  It is shared between NRCS employees and partners who help people help the land. And it is shared by the landowners with whom we work. Our passion is manifested through the benefits derived from stewardship of private lands—benefits we all enjoy, such as cleaner water and air, improved soils and abundant wildlife habitat.

Learn about our stories, the stories of conservation made possible through a shared purpose, a shared passion and a shared commitment to conservation. 
 

Meet Our NRCS Employees 

These three featured employees were chosen to represent each NRCS region -- a cross-section of our workforce nationwide as part of the Conservation... Our Purpose. Our Passion. campaign.

               Frank Easter was Washington NRCS State Resource Conservationist who worked over 30 years conserving Washington's natural resources     Jay Fuhrer, District Conservationist, Bismarck, North Dakota     Acting State Soil Scientist, Massachusetts State Office, Amherst

 

 

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