Openings available for state Teen Conservation Weekend, Aug. 5-7

July 26, 2022  |  By Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department

Photo courtesy of VT Fish & Wildlife

There are still some openings for the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department’s Teen Conservation Weekend to be held at the Edward F. Kehoe Conservation Camp in Castleton Aug. 5-7.

Designed for teens ages 15-17, the environmental education weekend offers a chance to unplug, meet friends and enjoy the outdoors. 

“Campers will arrive Friday evening and immediately begin participating in Let’s Go Fishing and Hunter Education programming before backpacking out to a remote pond for an evening of camping and fishing,” explained Camp Coordinator Hannah Phelps.

The weekend is capped at 20 participants and there are still some openings. Arrival time is 5:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, with departure at 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Participants are asked to bring only gear they can carry themselves as the weekend involves backpacking.  

The cost for the weekend is $125, which includes all meals. Sponsorships are available on a limited basis.

The application form is online here.

Any questions can be directed to Hannah Phelps at 802-249-4199 or Hannah.Phelps@vermont.gov.