You will have opportunities throughout the year to connect through virtual sessions, college visit days, and Academy events designed to help you engage your community and excel in your outreach.
Event
Location
Date
Time
WLA Family Field Day
Madisonburg, PA
August 8, 2026
TBD
Pay It Forward Kick Off Call
Zoom
TBD
7:00 PM
College Visit Day - Penn State DuBois
DuBois, PA
TBD
TBD
Q&A Post Field School Outreach Check-In
Zoom
TBD
6:30 PM
Advanced Educational Training Weekend
Madisonburg, PA
October 10-12, 2026
WLA 20th Anniversary Celebration
Philipsburg, PA
November 1, 2026
TBD
Q&A for Final Outreach Book Submission
Zoom
TBD
6:30 PM
College Visit Day - Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA
TBD
TBD
Early Bird Reward Field Trip
TBD
TBD
TBD
NOVEMBER 15
EARLY BIRD RECORD BOOK SUBMISSION
REWARD Invitation to attend an exclusive field trip with WLA in the spring!
This is an optional deadline! All outreach books will be scored & returned so students can add to them until the final deadline.
DECEMBER 1
APPRENTICE AND STAFF APPLICATIONS OPEN
DETAILS Whether you are still in high school or graduating, there are opportunities for you to return to WLA next summer!
Keep an eye out for our Apprentice Program and Summer Staff applications in your email.
MARCH 1
FINAL RECORD BOOK
SUBMISION
REWARD Top record book at each field school earns a college scholarship.
The top 20 record books earn Youth Mentor positions, and apprenticeships are awarded to other outstanding submissions.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
Remember the Academy is here to support you every step of your outreach journey. You can always call, text, or email Sara Mueller at
smueller@wildlifeleadershipacademy.org
or 570-245-8518 with questions!
LET'S GET STARTED CONSERVATION LEADER!
Your experience at the Wildlife Leadership Academy has provided you with the tools and the knowledge to be a CONSERVATION LEADER in your community.
Your outreach activities allow you to pass on your inspiration and experience with your community!
Click on the links below to help you in your outreach journey!
SUBMIT YOUR OUTREACH
Conservation Ambassador App
Track and submit your outreach projects in real time via the Conservation Ambassador App.
LAUNCH THE APPDigital Outreach Record Book
Track your outreach digitally in the provided spreadsheet and upload via the WLA Dropbox link.
DIGITAL BOOK DIRECTIONSPhysical Outreach Record Book
Log your outreach projects using our paper reporting forms and submit your record book via snail mail.
Physical Book DirectionsRESOURCES
Conservation Ambassador Outreach Guidelines
Download a digital copyConnect with an Organization
learn morePay It Forward
Learn moreTemplate Press Release
Click here to downloadRequest a Booth Box
Request a BoxEXPLORE OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES NEAR YOU
Click on each county to see outreach opportunities in your community.PROJECT PORTAL
Explore ongoing project opportunities from the Academy and use the links below to share your work.
NextGen Blog
Write an article to be featured on our youth written blog shared on our website and weekly newsletter!
Submit your blogPhoto Friday
Capture and submit your best nature photos and we will post them on our social media!
Submit your photosSubmit an Article for Publication
We are often asked for student articles to publish in partner's magazines and newsletters.
Submit your articleMARK YOUR CALENDAR
You will have opportunities throughout the year to connect through virtual sessions, college visit days, and Academy events designed to help you engage your community and excel in your outreach.
NOVEMBER 15
EARLY BIRD RECORD BOOK SUBMISSION
REWARD
Invitation to attend an exclusive field trip with WLA in the spring!
This is an optional deadline! All outreach books will be scored & returned so students can add to them until the final deadline.
DECEMBER 1
APPRENTICE AND STAFF APPLICATIONS OPEN
DETAILS
Whether you are still in high school or graduating, there are opportunities for you to return to WLA next summer!
Keep an eye out for our Apprentice Program and Summer Staff applications in your email.
MARCH 1
FINAL RECORD BOOK
SUBMISION
REWARD
Top record book at each field school earns a college scholarship.
The top 20 record books earn Youth Mentor positions, and apprenticeships are awarded to other outstanding submissions.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
Remember the Academy is here to support you every step of your outreach journey. You can always call, text, or email Sara Mueller at smueller@wildlifeleadershipacademy.org or 570-245-8518 with questions!