BAILY WINS WAYNE E. KIRCH CONSERVATION AWARD

Never tell Kevin “CK” Baily that one person can’t make a difference. The Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners honored the Carson City resident for doing just that. Bailey has been named the recipient of the Commission’s Wayne E. Kirch Conservation Award for his five-year effort to see an urban fishing pond created in Carson City. He received the award during the Wildlife Commission’s May 12, 2007meeting in Reno.

In 2006, Baily spearheaded efforts to secure funding through the use of Question 1 monies to develop the pond. In order to accomplish his chosen task, Baily worked closely with the Carson City Parks and Recreation Department and attended meetings of the Carson City Wildlife Advisory Board and the Wildlife Commission. He also lobbied government officials as well as recreation and open space planners all in an effort to have an urban fishing pond conveniently located for the residents and children of Carson City. The result? A one-acre fishing pond in the works at the base of Clear Creek.

In addition to increased fishing opportunity, the pond will also provide necessary run-off protection for the watersheds of Clear Creek and the Carson River.

The Kirch Award is given annually to an individual or group who has demonstrated significant results towards conservation, management or enhancement of wildlife. It is named in memory of Wayne E. Kirch, who served on the Fish and Game Commission for over 25 years, the longest tenure on the board since its inception in 1877. Kirch, who was a longtime resident of Las Vegas, passed away in 1989.

he Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, and promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.