Good morning all,

I would like to announce Justin Nash as the National Saw Program Manager (NTE 120 detail) with a start date of February 22, 2026.  Nash, Justin – FS, <justin.nash@usda.gov>

Nash grew up in a small town near Yosemite National Park, where his early experiences in the outdoors fostered a lifelong commitment to natural resource stewardship. He began his wildland fire career in California in 2007 and has extensive experience across multiple disciplines, from local operations to national-level fire management.

A graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno’s Rangeland Ecology Program, Justin combines academic expertise with practical leadership in fire operations. The Wildland Firefighter Apprenticeship Program played a pivotal role in his early career development, and he continues to contribute as an instructor each year. Justin has extensive experience in the Forest Service saw program and has served as a forest saw program manager and designated regional program instructor.

Justin’s career reflects a strong commitment to advancing operational excellence and workforce development within the fire organization. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring national forests with his wife, Jess, and their two dogs, continuing the connection to the outdoors that began in the shadow of Yosemite.

Congratulations to Justin Nash who will be detailed in as the USFS National Saw Program Manager.  As many of you already know, Justin has spent a large part of his career here in Region 4 on the Humboldt Toiyabe NF and has been an integral part of our saw program.  He will be an outstanding addition to our National Saw Program as we continue to move forward.