The mission of the Wildlife Leadership Academy is to engage and empower high school age youth to become Conservation Ambassadors to ensure a sustained wildlife, fisheries and natural resource legacy for future generations.
A year-round program, the Academy trainings begin with a rigorous period of residential programming that focus on a special topic in conservation that teaches about ecology, recreation, as well as leadership skills development and continues with community outreach through education, service, media engagement, creative arts, and outdoor mentorship.
Stepping Stones Program + Outreach
An introductory weekend experience for those just getting their feet wet in conservation, wildlife/fisheries biology, or outdoor recreation!
Field School + Outreach
A five-day immersive field school where students dive deep into the management of a wildlife or fish species and their habitat.
Academy students gain extensive knowledge about wildlife, fisheries, and conservation plus develop leadership and communication skills. Do you know of a student who would benefit from our programs? Learn more about the nomination process today!
Your support will help us fulfill our mission to engage and empower high school age youth to become Conservation Ambassadors to ensure a sustained wildlife, fisheries and natural resource legacy for future generations.
This week’s blog was written in 2022 by Jacob, a Gobblers alumni. Jacob graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources. Earth. To some, this means the planet where we live and to others, it can mean so much more than that. Throughout my life, I have been able to …
During their outreach journey, students can submit their outreach books for an “Early Bird” check-in date, when the books are scored and returned to them. As a reward, those students who submit on this date and their families are invited to our special Early Bird Trip. This year, we had the unique opportunity to visit Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center.
This week’s “In Their Own Words” segment features Emma, a 2020 Brookies alum. Tune in to hear her reflect on her journey with the Academy and how the program has influenced her perspective on conservation education!
We are continually inspired by the passion of our students as they take action in their communities. This week, we are thrilled to highlight the outstanding outreach efforts of Samantha, a Brookies field school alum, who has gone above and beyond in her community engagement.
Our Mission
The mission of the Wildlife Leadership Academy is to engage and empower high school age youth to become Conservation Ambassadors to ensure a sustained wildlife, fisheries and natural resource legacy for future generations.
Our Programs
A year-round program, the Academy trainings begin with a rigorous period of residential programming that focus on a special topic in conservation that teaches about ecology, recreation, as well as leadership skills development and continues with community outreach through education, service, media engagement, creative arts, and outdoor mentorship.
Conservation Advocate Training
Stepping Stones Program + Outreach
LEARN MOREAn introductory weekend experience for those just getting their feet wet in conservation, wildlife/fisheries biology, or outdoor recreation!
Conservation Ambassador Training
Field School + Outreach
learn moreA five-day immersive field school where students dive deep into the management of a wildlife or fish species and their habitat.
Advanced Conservation Ambassador Training
Exclusive opportunities such as the Apprentice Program and Advanced Educational Training weekends for our alumni!
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Academy students gain extensive knowledge about wildlife, fisheries, and conservation plus develop leadership and communication skills. Do you know of a student who would benefit from our programs? Learn more about the nomination process today!
Invest in the Next Generation
Your support will help us fulfill our mission to engage and empower high school age youth to become Conservation Ambassadors to ensure a sustained wildlife, fisheries and natural resource legacy for future generations.
Flashback Blog – Earth Through My Eyes
This week’s blog was written in 2022 by Jacob, a Gobblers alumni. Jacob graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources. Earth. To some, this means the planet where we live and to others, it can mean so much more than that. Throughout my life, I have been able to …
Celebrating Conservation Outreach at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center
During their outreach journey, students can submit their outreach books for an “Early Bird” check-in date, when the books are scored and returned to them. As a reward, those students who submit on this date and their families are invited to our special Early Bird Trip. This year, we had the unique opportunity to visit Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center.
In Their Own Words – Emma’s Story
This week’s “In Their Own Words” segment features Emma, a 2020 Brookies alum. Tune in to hear her reflect on her journey with the Academy and how the program has influenced her perspective on conservation education!
Outreach Highlight: Samantha’s Passion for Conservation
We are continually inspired by the passion of our students as they take action in their communities. This week, we are thrilled to highlight the outstanding outreach efforts of Samantha, a Brookies field school alum, who has gone above and beyond in her community engagement.
Empowered by Scouting: Celebrating WLA’s Executive Director’s Woman of Distinction Award
I am a proud lifelong Girl Scout, and part of a vibrant community. My journey began in Troop 71, a part of the…