Recognition
NMVFO’s achievements have been recognized often. The following is a partial list of the formal recognition we have received:
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| 2018
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Length of Service Award
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Santa Fe National Forest
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Thank you for 36 years of dedication and hard work on your public lands. The Santa Fe National Forest looks forward to many more years of partnering with the New Mexico Volunteers for the Outdoors
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| 2016
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Wilderness Champion Bob Marshall Award
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USDA US Forest Service
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Bob Marshall Award for Group Champion of Wilderness Stewardship
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| 2012
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The President's Volunteer Service Gold Award
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President's Council on Service and Civic Participation
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In recognition and appreciation of your commitment to strengthening our Nation and making a difference through volunteer service
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| 2010
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Award of Excellence in Riparian Management
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American Fisheries Society
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Awarded by AFS, Western Division; multiple awardees, including NMVFO
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| 2009
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Golden Pick Award
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Continental Divide Trail Alliance
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Awarded for outstanding Service on the Continental Divide Trail
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| 2001
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Gila National Forest
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Awarded for continued dedication and valuable service to the backcountry resources and the recreational programs of the Gila National Forest
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| 2001
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Land Ethic and Conservation Award
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Cibola National Forest
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Awarded for excellence in enhancement of wilderness and trail resources on the Sandia and Magdalena Ranger Districts
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| 1997
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Plaque recognizing NMVFO efforts in trail maintenance
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Girl Scouts
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"With Deepest Appreciation"
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| 1994
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Certificate of Appreciation
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USDA
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Awarded for the Fencing Project at Quemado Lake Recreation Area. Signed 11/22/94 by the District Ranger
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| 1993
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Certificate of Recognition
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Governor Bruce King
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For outstanding contributions to the natural and cultural resources of New Mexico
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| 1993
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Cibola National Forest
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For sponsorship of the 3rd Annual Run for the Mountain
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| 1992
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Volunteer Award
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Department of Interior
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Sand Painting of Yeis and Buffalo Horn
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| 1992
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Partnership Award
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Carson National Forest
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From the Camino Real Ranger District
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| 1992
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Volunteer Plaque
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BLM
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| 1992
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Volunteer Service Award
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US Department of the Interior
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Awarded the period 1992-93 for outstanding commitment to the stewardship of America’s public lands and natural and cultural resources
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| 1992
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Certificate of Appreciation
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BLM
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Awarded for work on the Espirito Santo Project in the Rio Puerco Resource Area
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| 1990
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Partners in Forest Management Plaque
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Cibola National Forest
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Awarded for Cub Spring Redevelopment work
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| 1990
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Cibola National Forest
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Awarded for significant contribution of services as a volunteer in the National Forests
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| 1989
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Bluewater Riparian Enhancement Project
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Unk
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Awarded - Spring, 1989
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| 1989
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Award of Merit
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Albuquerque Conservation Association
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Awarded for contribution to the urban quality of Albuquerque through our volunteer efforts, a partnership has been created between the citizens and public land agencies of New Mexico for the maintenance and management of our outdoors
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| 1989
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Plaque
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Southwest Region of the National Recreation & Parks Association
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In recognition of outstanding support and contribution to the parks and recreation movement
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| 1988
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Trailhead Plaque
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BLM
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A plaque recognizing NMVFO efforts to restore the La Junta trail in the Rio Grande Wild Scenic River Area was installed at the La Junta trailhead
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| 1988
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Citation for Outstanding Service
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New Mexico Recreation and Parks Association
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Awarded for Outstanding Service to parks and recreation
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| 1987
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Department of the Interior and Keep America Beautiful, Inc.
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Awarded for promoting stewardship of America’s natural and cultural resources. Presented in Albuquerque by Interior Secretary Hodel.
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| 1987
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Certificate of Recognition
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Take Pride in America Program
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| 1986
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Outstanding Public Service to Preserve Rio Grande Gorge National Recreational Trails
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BLM
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Awarded by BLM, Taos Resource Area, Albuquerque District
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| 1986
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1st Place Plaque - Take Pride in New Mexico (Certificate of Merit)
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Take Pride in America Program
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| 1986
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Plaque for Outstanding Public Service
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BLM
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Awarded in recognition of volunteer efforts to preserve the Rio Grande Gorge National Recreation Trails, Taos Resource Area
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| 1986
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Certificate of Appreciation
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City of Albuquerque
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Awarded for Civic Beautification, for improvement and maintenance of recreational areas, and for fostering environmental awareness
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| 1986
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National Award
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Department of the Interior
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National Award for contributing to the conservation and management of natural and cultural resources of the United States through volunteer service
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| 1985
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Award of Merit for VFO Adopt-A-Trail Program
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Keep New Mexico Beautiful, Inc.
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For outstanding contributions to beautification and litter control
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| 1985
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Albuquerque Community Foundation
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Certificate of a Participating Shareholder in the future of Albuquerque
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| 1984
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Certificate of Appreciation
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City of Albuquerque
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Awarded for our efforts to preserve the “Bosque” and help create the Rio Grande Valley State Park
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| 1983
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Denver Bennett Memorial Award
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New Mexico Recreation and Parks Association
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Awarded for being an outstanding recreational organization
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Carson National Forest
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In Appreciation of Your Contribution to the "Red River Bridge Project"
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Volunteer Plaque
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BLM
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Awarded for spending over 2000 hours to construct and improve trails in the Taos Resource Area
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