Thursday, January 30, 2014

Virginia Forestry Camp

Do you know any youth aged 13-16 who are interested in natural sciences?  Please consider nominating them to attend Holiday Lake Forestry Camp,  held June 16-21 at Holiday Lake 4-H Center near Appomattox.   Led by natural resource professionals, this residential camp provides field-based learning, skill development, and an introduction to natural resource careers.  All campers receive a substantial scholarship, keeping out-of-pocket costs low.  The nomination form and information can be found at www.dof.virginia.gov/camp  The nomination deadline is April 11.   Please contact Ellen Powell (ellen.powell@dof.virginia.gov) if you have questions.

If you are interested in going, or know someone who is, please contact the Extension office for the nomination process.