Coastal Conservation
Youth Corps
What could be better than spending time along the shores of Lake Huron learning about diverse ecosystems and dynamics while taking action to conserve and restore these special places? How about spending a week this summer working with a team of youth gaining hands-on experience with dune restoration, invasive species removal, shoreline surveys, plant identification, beach clean-ups and so much more?
ONE WEEK
endless possibilities
Are you high school age? (13 - 18 years old)
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Do you like spending time outside?
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Are you interested in learning more about the environment and Lake Huron?
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Do you want to make your community a better place while earning volunteer hours?
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PROJECTS You'LL LOVE WORKING ON
HABITAT RESTORATION
Plant native trees and dune plants
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Reduce the spread of invasive species
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Create habitat for wildlife
PLASTIC POLLUTION
Protect our water quality
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Beach cleanup
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Learn how to collect water samples
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Analyze water samples for plastic pollution
COASTAL MONITORING
Learn to identify plants
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Learn about Lake Huron wildlife
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Complete a species inventory
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Learn about scientific monitoring
SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
Learn about Low Impact Development principles
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Brainstorm ideas to make your community more "green"
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Find out how individuals can take action to make a big impact
WHY CCYC?
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Find out what a career in the environmental field is like.
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Learn new skills that will help build your resume and help in any future career.
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Make new friends with similar interests.
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Help the coastal environment and your community.
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Earn volunteer hours for high school.