Application Deadline Approaching Quickly for Coldwater Conservation School!
The NJ School of Conservation in Sussex County will again be the host site for an exciting Coldwater Conservation School being offered by the NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife and the NJ State Council of Trout Unlimited and its supporting chapters. The School will be held from June 27-June 30, 2013 and is open to youths who will be between the ages of 11 and 14 at the time of the program.
The goal of the School is to foster knowledge and appreciation of trout and the coldwater habitats on which they depend. Division of Fish and Wildlife biologists and instructors from Trout Unlimited will teach sessions about stream ecology, fish habitat, fish biology and identification, aquatic insect identification, fly tying, fly-casting, and stream restoration. Evening campfire and other programs and activities round out the experience.
The cost of the Coldwater Conservation School is only $275.00, which includes food, lodging and equipment for the entire 4 days and 3 nights. Applications are due no later than April 1, 2013. Students accepted into the School will be notified by the end of April.
Space is limited so be sure to apply now!
Information about the Coldwater Conservation School including the official application can be found at:
http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/conservation_school.htm .
Information about Trout Unlimited can be found at:
http://www.njtu.org/ .
Questions about the School should be directed to Jessica Griglak at (908) 637-4125 or jessica.griglak@dep.state.nj.us .
