Program Dates: 07/08/2024 – 08/23/2024
About us:
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults. Program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, and community green spaces across the country.
Program Description:
The 2024 SCA Seattle Summer Urban Green Crew will work with local partners to do invasive species maintenance, erosion control, trail maintenance, and mulching.
The majority of the crew's work will be in parks and green spaces in the Seattle area. The crew will also spend three days and two nights working with the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, camping at Denny Creek Campground. SCA will provide all food, transportation, and gear for this trip.
The crew will take part in environmental education and green job readiness activities throughout the week. This includes field trips to a number of sites in the region every Friday.
The crew will be comprised of 12 students, ages 14-19, and 2 adult crew leaders.Housing is not provided, except during the camping trip.
At the end of the crew on August 23rd, all community program members will be invited to attend an end-of-season celebration & BBQ where everyone is encouraged to invite family and friends to show off their accomplishments from the summer.
Member Benefits:

• $20.00/hour, 33-35 hours/week, 7 weeks

*All wages subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes*
Member Qualifications:

• Applicants must be 14-19 years of age during the program dates
• Must be currently in high school or a recent high school graduate
• Must be located in the greater Seattle area (housing not provided)
• Must be available for camping trip (August 7-9)
• Must be available for the ENTIRE program to be considered!! (7/8/24-8/23/24)