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Our Mission: To advance the quality of mined land reclamation. - National Association of State Land Reclamationists
NASLR

NASLR

“To promote the reclamation of lands affected by mining activities through an interactive and educational forum for state land reclamationists, where techniques and practices to advance the quality of mined land reclamation are shared, and recognition for outstanding reclamation is given.”
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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.  NASLR covers all types of mining industries found in the United States, both coal and non-coal mineral types mined in surface and underground mines.  

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.

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”.  NASLR now offers a “hybrid” conference which members can attend either in-person or virtually.  

Membership

Full membership of NASLR is composed of state official who are directly involved in administering a state sponsored program for the reclamation of lands affected by mining.