About Upper Big Blue NRD

About Upper Big Blue NRD

The mission of the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District is to be a leader in conserving, protecting, developing, and managing the natural resources of this district for the health and welfare of the people of the district.

More than 56,000 citizens rely on the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) to provide direction and assistance in the wise use, conservation and development of our soil, water and related natural resources. The NRD is dedicated to the conservation and careful development of natural resources to serve everyone’s needs.

The 8 Pillars of Natural Resources Management

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Water
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Soil
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Urban Conservation
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Flood Control
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Trees & Wildlife Habitat
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Recreation
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Grazing Land
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Education

Recent News

The Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (District) Board of Directors approved amendments to Rule 6 - NRD Park Regulations during the March board meeting. The proposed amendments include changes...
by Alan Bartels, Information and Education Coordinator, Lower Loup NRD Incoming seventh and eighth grade students from across Nebraska will come together soon for the 2026 Adventure Camp about the...
The NRD Recreation Exploration challenges participants to visit as many Natural Resources District (NRD) recreation areas as they can between March 1 and September 18, 2026. It is designed to inspire...