Jan

Summer Work Opportunity for Teens at Grand Teton National Park (Wyoming)

I don’t know how many parks offer programs like this – but this may be something many teens would enjoy! Unlike summer camp, this makes money. There may be volunteer opportunities at other national or state parks. Or even opportunity for employment over the summers. If this interests your teen – maybe you could find one near you!

FROM: http://www.nationalparkstraveler.com/2010/01/send-your-teens-grand-teton-national-park-summer5207

Help your kids gain an appreciation for the out-of-doors, and let them give Grand Teton National Park a helping hand, this summer by having them apply for the park’s 2010 Youth Conservation Program.

This summer, thanks to donations through the Grand Teton National Park Foundation, will mark the fifth year that the park has been able to offer this program for 15-20 young adults.

The Youth Conservation Program is a summer employment program for high school students, age 16 to 19. YCP enrollees develop an understanding of National Park Service conservation ethics while working on critically-needed maintenance and rehabilitation on park trails and pathways. Participants work alongside NPS crew leaders and become familiar with NPS stewardship goals, while learning essential trail maintenance skills….