NAFSR is pleased to introduce a new suite of awards to recognize outstanding and exceptional performance and activities by current and former Forest Service personnel. Especially in challenging times, it is important that the many contributions of our colleagues are given the attention and recognition that they so richly deserve.

In addition to expanded criteria for the John McGuire Award, NAFSR will recognize FS employees for outstanding contributions in sharing knowledge, mentoring and coaching, for consistent support above and beyond the call of duty, and for doing the right thing for the resources and public that we serve.

NAFSR members are encouraged to nominate individuals or groups for these awards. Nominations will be accepted through December 31 for the first round of awards. After that, nominations will be accepted throughout the year, and evaluated annually. Note that not every category may have a winner every year.

Our colleague, Bob Joslin, has already submitted several nominations for various projects and services, including extraordinary volunteer support by a Retiree, outstanding wildfire management, and a district providing Christmas trees to local communities. We encourage you to join Bob in submitting nominations!

Nomination is easy: simply fill out the brief form on the NAFSR website, review it and click “Submit.” Your nomination will be reviewed by the Recognitions Committee for consideration by the Board. For Award Category descriptions, go to "Recognition" on the page menu, above.