Amid the tumultuous era of the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement, and a push for women’s liberation, a less controversial piece of legislation also appeared on the scene. In 1968, the National Trails System Act was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Johnson. However...
Every year, SCA provides training, tools and projects that place motivated teens and young adults in the field to effect changes great and small. How do we measure the effects? Sometimes its through decreased CO2 levels or by the tons of trash collected or in the number of trees planted. Our success is also measured by the lessons learned, the perspective gained and the lives we transform—today and into the future. Often when the SCA project is over, the success story is just beginning. Take a look at some of our most recent accomplishments.
Five resolutions that are easy to execute, but add up to a major impact for the environment.
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, December 18, 2017
In the words of the famous carol, fast away the old year passes. And as we gather with family and friends to celebrate the holidays, it’s a natural time to reflect on the year gone by and make resolutions for the year ahead. This year, in addition to eating less...
Education, Sustainability
Posted by Kevin Hamilton | Monday, December 18, 2017
Reginald “Flip” Hagood, who currently serves on the SCA President’s Council following a 20-year run as senior vice president with SCA, will receive The Corps Network’s 2018 Legacy Achievement Award at a February ceremony in Washington, DC. The award recognizes leaders who have made significant contributions to the corps...
Posted by Megan McVey | Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Just because it’s snowing across the country and winter is here, doesn’t mean SCA interns and volunteers have hung up their tools and put away their hard hats for the season. SCA is still busy building trails with Seattle Parks & Recreation and the Seattle Trails...
Posted by Megan McVey | Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Are you or someone you know looking to enroll a child in summer camp? Look no further! The Student Conservation Association (SCA) and Camp Horizons have joined forces to create Camp SCA, an exciting opportunity for 12-15 year olds who are passionate about preserving the environment...
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, December 11, 2017
Finding time in our busy schedules to go out and enjoy nature can be difficult in the best of weather. But in winter, the challenge becomes even greater: it’s colder, roads and parks may be full of snow and ice, and, as it gets dark earlier, there’s simply not as...
Posted by Kevin Hamilton | Monday, December 4, 2017
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, which inflicted $200B in damage upon the City of Houston, SCA spoke with Ingrid Piña, a 17-year old SCA volunteer, just after her local crew began to assist with the clean-up.
What did you see out there?
That first day, we surveyed...
5 Easy Ways to Build a Christmas Bird Feeder
Posted by Megan McVey | Friday, December 1, 2017
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Well, not quite yet, but it’s getting close. And while we’re hanging up our stockings and singing carols around the fire with a cup of eggnog in hand, our little feathered friends outside could use a touch of the Christmas spirit, too....
Posted by Megan McVey | Thursday, November 30, 2017
Service Project: Volunteers in partnership with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department will help bring the park back to it’s beautiful, natural state. Teams will help with litter and debris removal, invasive plant removal, habitat restoration and plantings.
Gratitude in Conservation
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, November 20, 2017
It’s Thanksgiving season again, time to gather around the table with family and friends and reflect upon the things we are thankful for. And as we fill our tables with turkeys and fixings, we here at the Student Conservation Association have plenty to feel grateful about. Here are five of them:...
Posted by Hayden Sloan | Monday, November 20, 2017
While we’re celebrating, let’s remember the steps we’ve taken toward sustainability this year. With sweets, gift-giving, and feasting galore, don’t forget to Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, November 20, 2017
What
The Conservation Games are like a schoolyard field day, fall festival, and outdoor volunteer project all in one! There will be volunteer projects, food, music, and zany, engaging spectacles. Join us for some family-friendly fun that showcases the wide variety of skills and activities involved with conservation and youth development....
3 places in the United States that need our help now
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, November 20, 2017
With three distinct climate zones and a terrain that spans two coasts, the United States is home to a rich and wide variety of habitats, topography, vegetation, and animals, many of which are sheltered by our incredible national park system. But faced with threats of over-development, pollution, and climate change,...
Posted by Ann Pedtke | Monday, November 20, 2017
This November, as part of “MUFG Gives Back” Volunteer Month, SCA teamed up with MUFG Union Bank to hold ConSERVE events in five cities nationwide, with more than 400 volunteers participating. In New York City, Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Oakland, MUFG employee volunteers worked side-by-side with SCA youth and...
Posted by Megan McVey | Wednesday, November 8, 2017
There is something special about a campfire – it draws us in with its magic and heat, encouraging conversation, music, and intimacy. In this digital age, when it’s so easy for us to be distracted and to disappear into our own devices, sitting around a fire in the dark pulls...
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, November 6, 2017
Our 2018 Outcomes Infographic illustrates the profound impact that broad reach and proven programming have allowed us to achieve in a calendar year. See what supporters like you helped accomplish in 2018!
Graphic by Julia Bacon, SCA...
Save Energy, Save the Environment
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, October 30, 2017
Just like that, fall is upon us. For many of us, that means breaking out the sweaters and storm windows and preparing for the shorter hours of daylight ahead. And with a typical family spending nearly 30% of its annual energy bill in heating, there is no better...
Expanding Career Opportunities for People of Color in the Environmental Sciences
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, October 16, 2017
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There’s never been a better time to work in the environmental sciences. The field is in rapid expansion, with average salaries of $68,910 per year, nearly double the median annual wage, and employment in the sector is projected to continue to grow by some 11% through 2024. “Heightened public interest...
5 Ways to Green Your Grocery List
Posted by Megan McVey | Monday, October 2, 2017
As the saying goes, we are what we eat. And that doesn’t stop with our bodies: the food choices we make greatly affect our environment, as well. But when we push our carts into the supermarket every week, the sheer amount of choice can be overwhelming. How can we go...