This week we are flashing back to a blog written by Freya, a Bucktails and Ursids alum. Freya graduated from Warren Wilson College with a degree in Conservation Biology and a minor in Outdoor Leadership. Last summer, she worked for the Maria Michell Natural Science Museum, leading natural science programming, taking care of their live animals, and helping with research projects on Nantucket Island.
Posted: November 14, 2024 by Katie Mace
How the Wildlife Leadership Academy Changed My Life
This week’s blog was written by Graham, a Bass alum. Graham has been very active since attending field school this summer. He has started an Environmental Service Club (ESC) at his school, attended the HopeCAT leadership program, and is participating in WLA’s Pay It Forward student-driven fundraising campaign.
Posted: November 2, 2024 by Katie Mace
In Their Own Words – Lily’s Story
This week we are featuring Lily, a 2022 Bucktails alum. Watch the video below to hear Lily reflect on her experiences with the Academy and how the program has helped her find her voice!
Posted: October 26, 2024 by Katie Mace
Advanced Educational Training – Forestry Recap
This past weekend, the Academy hosted its first post-pandemic Advanced Educational Training, and it was tree-mendous! Exclusively designed for our Academy alumni, this unique weekend program offered an immersive experience in the forestry field and wood products industry.
Posted: October 19, 2024 by Katie Mace
Flashback Blog: Saving the Red Pine Forests of Minnesota
This week we are flashing back to a blog written by Freya, a Bucktails and Ursids alum. Freya graduated from Warren Wilson College with a degree in Conservation Biology and a minor in Outdoor Leadership. Last summer, she worked for the Maria Michell Natural Science Museum, leading natural science programming, taking care of their live animals, and helping with research projects on Nantucket Island.
Posted: October 12, 2024 by Katie Mace
Streamside Discoveries
This week’s blog was written by Nathan, a 2019 Drummers alum. Nathan is a student at Penn State. He returned to field school this past summer as a member of the Academy Support Team.