O'Neil Basin Meadow Enhancement Project

Funding Year

Amount

Location

FY23

$175,000

Elko County, Nevada

Project Description

The Reno Fish and Wildlife Office Partners for Fish and Wildlife program will work with a multi-generation family-owned and run livestock operation in Elko County, Nevada, to protect mesic areas to enhance habitats for wildlife while making improvements for grazing management practices. Activities will occur in two project areas within Core Habitat in the O’Neil Basin, a priority area for multiple public and private partners.

Partners

Reno Fish and Wildlife Office Partners for Fish and Wildlife with private landowners

Contact Information

Programs

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