About NASLR
The National Association of State Land Reclamationists (NASLR) was formed in 1972 to promote the use of research, innovative technology, and professional development to foster superior restoration of land and waters affected by mining. NASLR consists of member state reclamation agencies throughout United States, as well as government reclamation professionals and industry associates.
Our Objectives
NASLR was formed with four objectives in mind:
- To bring together the reclamation officials for lands affected by mining of the member states for discussions of problems of mutual interest.
- To assist members to keep abreast of the state-of-the-art of land reclamation and matters affecting surface mining and reclamation.
- To promote cooperation in land reclamation matters for mined lands between the various states, as well as between the federal government and private mining and land reclamation groups.
- To discuss, encourage, endorse and sponsor programs and activities which will advance the practice of mined land reclamation.
Our Awards
NASLR typically recognizes accomplishments in three areas at our annual banquet.
- The Mined Land Reclamation Award recognizing exemplary reclamation in both the coal and non-coal categories.
- The NASLR Outreach Award recognizing an individual who is a positive model for the mining industry.
- The Dean Spindler “Reclamationist of the Year” Award recognizing an individual’s performance, dedication, attitude, and commitment to timely and quality reclamation.
Our Scholarship
The NASLR Educational Grant Award provides a monetary stipend to help cover costs associated with education or research expenses.
To be eligible, an applicant must be enrolled as a full-time junior, senior or graduate student in an accredited college or university doing coursework, special studies and/or research in the area of mined land reclamation or other closely related field.
The Conference
Each year NASLR holds a conference, hosted by one of the member states, for the purpose of sharing news and information on unique accomplishments and innovative techniques in the field of mine reclamation. It is also a great forum for discussing current problems/issues you may be experiencing with like-minded professionals with a wide range of knowledge from other parts of the country. In addition, organized field trips give you an “eyes-on” look at what various public/private/industry partnerships can accomplish. The annual banquet provides everyone an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of his/her peers while the evening mixer offers an opportunity to expand your resource “network”.