I worked for Conservation Corps Minnesota as a crew leader in the summer youth program. This consisted of leading a crew of 8 youth on various work projects throughout the state. We worked in the Chippewa National Forest, Judge Magney State Park, St. Croix State Park, and on Will Steger's homestead to name a few. It's pretty amazing how much work we accomplished. My crew built bridges, cleared trails, and removed invasive species.
Aside from the physical aspect of the program, education is also an important part of the youth's summer. For some of the youth on my crew this was their first camping experience. Needless to say they learned a lot rather quickly, out of necessity. Additionally there was at least an hour of educational activities planned everyday for the crew. All this hard work and education added up to some life changing experiences for the youth.
I took a lot away from that summer with the Conservation Corps and I feel this organization does a lot of good in Minnesota. They are a very worthy cause.
Some info from their website:
2008 Natural Resource Accomplishments (partial list)
Adopt-A-River -- 148 clean-ups, 439 miles
Erosion Control/slope stabilization -- 75,943 sq. feet
Lakeshore restoration -- 67,760 sq. feet
River/Streambank restoration -- 178,342 feet
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