Here’s a quick look at what our Field Leaders do:
Spend the summer at the Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota working as a Student Conservation Association Field Leader in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness!
This team will work alongside the U.S. Forest Service to log and treat non-native invasive plants in the area.
Expected dates: April 13 – Aug. 10, 2024.
Pay: $800-900/biweekly.
These positions lead hands-on conservation service projects at remote locations across the American West. From clearing trail corridors and logging out trails to installing rock structures and rebuilding trails damaged by wildfires, this rugged experience unfolds amidst stunning landscapes, ranging from 8,000-foot mountain passes to alpine lakes and sequoia-filled terrains.
Dates: April 14 – Aug. 24, 2024.
Pay: $700-800/wk
This position will supervise a young adult crew working on conservation projects at Denali National Park, Glacier Bay National Park, Ketchikan, Cordova, Lake Clark National Park, Chugach State Park and several other locations. Specific projects may include creating/maintaining trail tread, cutting/removing brush from the trail corridor, installing permanent features such as puncheons or boardwalks, improving access to recreation areas and maintaining walkways for portages.
Expected dates: April 15 – 26, 2024 (training), May 20 – Aug. 23, 2024 (program).
Pay: $800/wk, $1,170 travel stipend.
There are several opportunities to lead and supervise SCA teams.