Learn about Blaine County’s important ecology, and discover career paths that make an impact through research and protections.
Summer Camp: Tackle Some of Nature’s Toughest Challenges with Hands-on Fieldwork led by Professionals
June 15 - 18, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM daily
Location
Silver Creek Conservation & Education Center
165 Kilpatrick Bridge Rd
Bellevue, ID 83313 (Daily transportation provided from Wood River High School)
Age Range (12-19)
Middle School and High School
Max 20 students
Find Your Future Career in the Great Outdoors!
Are you ready to tackle some of the world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together? Join The Nature Conservancy for a Careers in Conservation experience with hands‑on fieldwork, expert mentorship, and real‑world skill building at Silver Creek Preserve, Rinker Rock Creek Ranch, and other beautiful natural areas. During this experience, you’ll learn from scientists, innovators, ranchers, researchers, firefighters, business owners, and other conservation professionals.
During this immersive course you will:
Implement stream restoration techniques
Speak with National Geographic Society-Nature Conservancy externs who are implementing innovative environmental solutions globally
Learn about wildfire mitigation and management techniques
Identify native plants and manage noxious weeds
Plan residential solar installations
Restore habitat for wildlife.
Come learn about how you can devote your unique skills and passions to the service of the lands and waters that sustain all life on earth. If you want to learn about the different ways you can contribute to the health of our home planet, and explore careers in a globally high-demand, and rapidly growing field, join us in June!
Presented in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, University of Idaho - Rinker Rock Creek Ranch, Idaho Fish and Game, US Forest Service, Sawtooth National Forest, National Geographic, and Bluebird Solar.
