Annually, Nebraska’s NRDs nominate and vote for individuals who have made significant contributions to improving the state’s natural resources. Hall of Fame categories include an NRD Director, NRD Employee and NRD Supporter.
Among the 2026 NRD Hall of Fame inductees was Nemaha NRD Employee Jane Kuhl.
Jane Kuhl has 43 years, and still counting, of dedicated service to the Nemaha NRD. During her career, Kuhl has served as secretary, information & education representative and assistant manager, taking on increasing responsibilities while becoming a trusted source of knowledge and guidance for staff and directors.
Kuhl has helped the Nemaha NRD navigate leadership transitions and changing priorities while preserving institutional knowledge and providing continuity. Her professionalism, dependability and willingness to help have made her a valuable resource to the district, its partners and the communities it serves.
Kuhl’s dedication to conservation extends beyond her professional life. She and her husband, Gary, operate a family farm, maintaining a close connection to the land she has spent her career helping protect.
The other 2026 NRD Hall of Fame honoree's are NRD Director – Marcel Kramer, from Crofton, and NRD Supporter – Patrick Cowsert, from Wisner.
Natural Resources Districts Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized at the NRD annual conference dinner banquet in Kearney, Nebraska, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026.
In the posted picture: From left, Nemaha NRD Information & Education Coordinator Maddie Million; Nemaha NRD Manager Kyle Hauschild; Nemaha NRD Assistant Manager Jane Kuhl; Gary Kuhl; Nemaha NRD Director Eldon Snoke; and Nemaha NRD Director Dan Stukenholtz.
