Go Wild! Youth for Conservation
Date and time
Description
Go Wild! Youth for Conservation is a leadership workshop for youth ages 13 – 17. This four-day event introduces youth to fish & wildlife conservation, ecology, and sustainability, and strives to inspire an interest in environmental stewardship. Participants will leave with the skills and knowledge to become involved in conservation projects making a positive impact in their community.
Go Wild! features a diverse range of activities in Prince George bound to amuse, educate, and provide valuable experience to participants. The workshop will also include guest speakers and classroom discussions, and will offer information for those contemplating post-secondary and career options in a conservation-related field.
Schedule:
July, 20th Hatchery Tour, Fly Tying, Archery, Crafts Spruce City Wilderness Association Tuesday,
July, 21st Horseback Riding and Wilderness Survival Triple J Ranch Wednesday, July, 22nd Presentations and activities in the park:
Conservation Officer, Recycling and Environmental Action Planning Society, Northern Bear Awareness Society Ft. George Park Thursday, July, 23rd Map Our Marshes (Orienteering and Wetlands Education), Swimming, Fishing Northland Motorsports Park Friday,
July, 24th Conservation Project, Leadership workshop Ft. George Park
Price: Free!!!
Ages: 13 – 17
Dates: Monday, July 20th to Friday, July 24th, 2015
Time: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm daily
Meeting Location:
First Day ONLY - Spruce City Wildlife Assn, 1384 River Rd, Prince George, BC V2L 5S8
Following days - Fort George Park, 333 Becott Pl, Prince George, BC
What to Bring: Participants are asked to dress in comfortable clothes and closed-toe footwear, suitable for the weather and outdoor activities. Bring a lunch and water bottle with you each day.
Where to Register: https://gowild-princegeorge.eventbrite.ca
For More Information Contact:
Taylor Stefanik – Youth for Conservation Coordinator,
BC Wildlife Federation
Office: 604-882-9988 ext 228
Email: youth@bcwf.bc.ca
Website: www.bcwf.bc.ca
In Partnership with:
This workshop could not be offered without the generous financial support provided by:
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