Applications for Youth Conservation Camp available at Tidewater SWCD

Youth Conservation Camp applications are available at the Tidewater Soil and Water Conservation District for Gloucester, Middlesex, and Mathews students.

The weeklong camp, designed for students who are between ninth and 12th grade during the 2011-12 school year, takes place from July 8 to July 14 at the Virginia Tech campus, 210 Burruss Hall, Blacksburg.

During the camp, students will bunk in college dorms and be involved in many activities and educational events including workshops, hiking, canoeing and more.

The Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts is sponsoring the event. Meals and lodging during camp is provided by Tidewater SWCD, but transportation to and from camp is the responsibility of the camper.

Application and $100 deposit must be handed in by April 23.

For more information, contact the Tidewater SWCD at 804-693-3562, ext.5, or the VASWCD at 804-559-0324. Mail applications to Tidewater SWCD, P.O. Box 677, Gloucester, VA 2306.

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