A key component of Conservation Ambassador Training is the community outreach that takes place after students attend a summer field school. The Academy asks youth to share their knowledge through education, service, media engagement, creative arts, and outdoor mentorship projects. Jake S., a Bass alum and passionate outdoorsman, has been making significant strides in conservation and outdoor education since his time at field school last June. His commitment to environmental stewardship and fostering a love for nature among his peers is remarkable. Let’s take a closer look at some of the initiatives Jake has undertaken since his Bass field school experience.
Posted: April 27, 2024 by Katie Mace
Flashback Blog – Discovering My Voice in Conservation
This week’s Flashback Blog was written in 2020 by Emma O., a Drummers alum. She shares how her experiences with the Wildlife Leadership Academy have helped her discover her future career path.
Posted: April 24, 2024 by Katie Mace
Outreach Highlight – Jake Mentors Others in Nature
A key component of Conservation Ambassador Training is the community outreach that takes place after students attend a summer field school. The Academy asks youth to share their knowledge through education, service, media engagement, creative arts, and outdoor mentorship projects. Jake S., a Bass alum and passionate outdoorsman, has been making significant strides in conservation and outdoor education since his time at field school last June. His commitment to environmental stewardship and fostering a love for nature among his peers is remarkable. Let’s take a closer look at some of the initiatives Jake has undertaken since his Bass field school experience.
Posted: April 13, 2024 by Katie Mace
How to Talk With Your Legislative Officials
This week’s blog is a guest post written by Paloma M., a Brookies alumni. Paloma enjoys environmental and climate studies. She is graduating high school in 2024 and loves informing those around her about the latest news about our planet, with an emphasis on politics and media. She attended Wildlife Leadership Academy to get out into the world and learn more about the environment she was reporting on.
Posted: April 6, 2024 by Katie Mace
Outreach Highlight: Celebrating Brayden’s Outreach Accomplishments
Today, we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding alums, Brayden R., whose journey since attending the Bass field school last June has been nothing short of remarkable. From utilizing his newfound knowledge to embracing creative endeavors and actively participating in community outreach, Brayden’s story encapsulates the excellent work the Class of 2023 Conservation Ambassadors have been doing in their home communities.
Posted: March 23, 2024 by Katie Mace
Tiny Snails Big Issues
This week’s blog is a guest post by Nick M., a Bucktails alumni. Nick is a civil engineer graduate from Penn State University. He has a passionate interest in aquatic macroinvertebrates and is the co-author of two publications on expanding the range of the New Zealand mud snail in Pennsylvania. Nick has returned to field school in recent years as a volunteer and field school photographer.