NDF Youth Range Camp Scholarship Applications Open

Nevada high school students can now apply for scholarships to attend the 2026 Nevada Youth Range Camp, as the Nevada Division of Forestry announced the opening of its annual essay competition. Selected applicants will receive up to $250 to cover registration costs, according to the release.

The camp, held each summer in central Nevada since 1961, offers hands‑on education in rangeland and natural resource management. Eight students earned scholarships last year and received certificates of achievement.

The Nevada Division of Forestry said the long‑running program continues to provide opportunities for youth interested in natural resources to learn foundational rangeland and resource management skills.

Applicants must be between 14 and 18 years old and have parental consent. Essays that use AI or are flagged for plagiarism will be disqualified. Instructions and submission forms are available on the Nevada Division of Forestry’s website, and entries are due April 30, 2026.

The camp introduces students to plants, wildlife, water, and soil while exposing them to careers in rangeland and resource management. Participants also work through real‑world resource challenges and develop solutions.