2015 Ohio Forestry and Wildlife Conservation Camp Scholarship

January 15, 2015

Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is offering scholarship funding for the 2015 Ohio Forestry and Wildlife Conservation Camp, held June 7-12 at FFA Camp Muskingum in Carroll County.

Sponsored by the Ohio Forestry Association, this weeklong camp for high school students explores many branches of forest ecology including silviculture, tree identification, wildlife and forestry management, and forest products.

Campers have an opportunity to learn firsthand about Ohio’s forests and natural resources through challenging and engaging activities, woodland hikes, demonstrations and outdoor experiences taught by resource professionals.

Situated on Leesville Lake, Camp Muskingum provides clean, comfortable accommodations and meals along with diverse recreational activities including volleyball, swimming, fishing and boating.

Special evening programs are planned for social as well as academic value.

Applicants must be a current Geauga County resident and enrolled in high school at the time of camp.

Any student who has completed eighth grade through seniors graduating this year are welcome to apply.

Applicants must complete the Geauga SWCD Scholarship Application Form. The applications are due by 4 p.m. April 1.

For more information and the scholarship application, visit the Geauga SWCD website at geaugaswcd.com or call (440) 834-1122.