60th Anniversary

The year 2017 marked the Student Conservation Association’s 60th Anniversary. Sixty years encompasses an important stretch of history, for SCA and our country. During this period, Americans went to war several times, worked for civil rights and the health of our planet, saw technology advance exponentially, and experienced wave after wave of important cultural, societal, economic and political shifts.

As we look back and remember, what becomes abundantly clear is that while times change, SCA remains a stalwart presence for conservation and our country. The young people with whom we work gain an adeptness, an ability to press beyond whatever challenge comes next. Travel with us, as we recall the highlights of our first six decades.

FROM THE BLOG

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USDA Forest Service Announces Monumental $1 Billion Investment in Community Forests Across America

ARLINGTON, Va. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Forest Service has unveiled a groundbreaking…

The Houston Youth Conservation Leadership Corps graduation ceremony, including guests and partners, Chikawa Aztec.

Summer Snapshots from Our Urban Green Program

It’s been a busy summer of conservation at cities nationwide! From Pittsburgh to the Bay Area, Student Conservation…

Celebrating the National Park Service

The National Park Service (NPS) turns 107 on August 25. Congress created the agency in 1916 to “conserve the scenery…

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Women in Conservation

Women’s Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26 to honor the work and achievements that paved the way for women’s…

On the Road with the SCA

Did you know the Student Conservation Association has special roving crews that travel frequently within a state or…

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Student Conservation Association To Host Inaugural EmpowerHer Summit at West Atlanta Watershed Alliance Aug. 5

ATLANTA – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) will host its inaugural EmpowerHer Summit at the West Atlanta…

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Student Conservation Association CEO Inspires AmeriCorps Trail Crews Serving Across Alaska

ANCHORAGE, Alaska. – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) today announced that the organization’s President…

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Student Conservation Association, U.S. Forest Service Announce Wildland Fire Academy Program

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) today announced that the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) will…

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Celebrating SCA Founder Liz Putnam

In celebration of SCA Founder’s Day on June 24, look back at the history and legacy of our trailblazing founder Liz…

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Buzzing about Pollinator Week

National Pollinator Week is an annual event celebrated June 19-25, 2023, to support and promote pollinator…

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