Description
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking applications for the FY26 Eastern Nevada Conservation, Recreation and Development program. The goal of this program is to preserve and protect archaeological sites in Lincoln County, Nevada, and to support the conservation and development goals of Eastern Nevada. Applicants must submit proposals that address one or more of the program's objectives, including protecting archaeological sites, conserving archaeological collections and records, utilizing and sharing research results, increasing public outreach and participation in archeology, and balancing current land use with future needs.
• Protect archaeological sites where they are found.
• Care for archaeological collections and records.
• Use and share research results in clear ways.
• Increase public outreach and involvement in archeology.
• Balance current land use with future needs by protecting archaeological resources for the future and restoring damaged watersheds.
• Support science and culture by managing archaeological resources responsibly.
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, public and state controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments, and nonprofits. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by August 14, 2026.