This week’s Flashback Blog was written in 2015 by Freya B., a Bucktails and Ursids alumni. Freya is currently a student at Warren Wilson College where she is studying Conservation Biology and minoring in Outdoor Leadership. Freya is also working on Warren Wilson’s Outdoor Programs Crew where she designs, organizes, and leads outdoor trips and activities for the student body. Freya credits the Wildlife Leadership Academy for providing her with an invaluable network of mentors, role models, and recommenders.
This week’s blog was written by Lily S., a Bass alumni. Lily wanted to attend the academy to learn more about the environment and all the career opportunities available. Lily loves to spend time outdoors riding her bike, fishing, and hunting.
This week’s blog was written by Lorelei M-B., Bucktails, Brookies, Gobblers, and Ursids alumni. Lorelei is the Founder/CEO of Heart Hugs, a global organization that provides tangible support and advocacy for congenital heart defect awareness, detection, and treatment.
This week’s blog was written by Francesca R., a Drummers alumni. She shares tips on how to create a wildlife-friendly backyard.
This week’s Blog Post was written by Carter W., a Brookies Alumni! He writes about a few of the most common reptiles in PA, as well as locations where you can try to spot them this summer!
Tag: habitat
Flashback Blog: Saving the Red Pine Forests of Minnesota
Posted: July 12, 2022 by Katie Mace
This week’s Flashback Blog was written in 2015 by Freya B., a Bucktails and Ursids alumni. Freya is currently a student at Warren Wilson College where she is studying Conservation Biology and minoring in Outdoor Leadership. Freya is also working on Warren Wilson’s Outdoor Programs Crew where she designs, organizes, and leads outdoor trips and activities for the student body. Freya credits the Wildlife Leadership Academy for providing her with an invaluable network of mentors, role models, and recommenders.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: environment, featured, flashback blog, habitat, nature observation, wildlife
Elk of Pennsylvania
Posted: May 3, 2022 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Lily S., a Bass alumni. Lily wanted to attend the academy to learn more about the environment and all the career opportunities available. Lily loves to spend time outdoors riding her bike, fishing, and hunting.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: elk, featured, habitat, nature observation, reintroduction
Protecting Piping Plovers in Pennsylvania
Posted: October 5, 2021 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Lorelei M-B., Bucktails, Brookies, Gobblers, and Ursids alumni. Lorelei is the Founder/CEO of Heart Hugs, a global organization that provides tangible support and advocacy for congenital heart defect awareness, detection, and treatment.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: birding, featured, habitat, piping plover
Wildlife in Your Own Backyard
Posted: March 17, 2020 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Francesca R., a Drummers alumni. She shares tips on how to create a wildlife-friendly backyard.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: backyard, conservation, featured, habitat, wildlife
Observing Reptiles in Nature
Posted: July 30, 2019 by Nina Walk
This week’s Blog Post was written by Carter W., a Brookies Alumni! He writes about a few of the most common reptiles in PA, as well as locations where you can try to spot them this summer!
Category: Youth Blog Tags: eastern painted turtle, eastern rat snake, featured, habitat, reptile, skink, snake, turtle, wildlife