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4 people are interested
Youth Engagement Program
ORGANIZATION: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
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4 people are interested
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is currently accepting applications from teams of three to five youth for the Youth Engagement Program (YEP).
Through the Youth Engagement Program, youth will develop skills to succeefully bring effective change to their community. Como offers a unique environment to foster leadership skills, have fun and inspire change. The program will kick off in August 2016, as selected YEP teams come together for a multi-day youth development workshop.
Highlights of the program include:
* A four-day summer leadership workshop including field trips to fun destinations that support conservation and sustainable practices
* Monthly meet-ups at Como with sneak peaks and program perks that only Como can offer
* The opportunity to meet with staff to learn about conservation programs that are important to Como
* Project support throughout the school year - including phone and email check-ins and site visits from Como staff
* Grant writing and seed funding opportunities to support your community project
* Volunteer hours and service learning hours
* Connections with fellow youth who share your passion to create change
Applications for the 2016 - 2017 school year are being accepted now through June 30, 2016.
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About Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
Location:
1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul, MN 55103, US
Mission Statement
To inspire our public to value the presence of living things in our lives.
Description
For over 100 years, Marjorie McNeely Conservatory and Como Zoo in Saint Paul, Minnesota has charmed, educated and entertained millions of children and adults while fostering an appreciation of the natural world, helping to make Saint Paul the Most Livable City in America. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory welcomes 1.7 million visitors from around the world - the second biggest tourist attraction in Minnesota. The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is open 365 days; 10am-6pm from April-September and 10am-4pm from October -March . Admission to both the Como Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory is always free and a voluntary donation is appreciated. Como relies heavily on the time and talent of a diverse group of volunteers day in and day out. "Be where you belong, experience the wonders of volunteering at Como"
For more information, visit www.comozooconservatory.org.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory1225 Estabrook DriveSaint Paul, MN 55103
DATE POSTED
May 14, 2016
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- 2016 - 2017 school year
- Application deadline: June 30, 2016