Youth Conservation School

The Lancaster County Youth Conservation School will take place July 20-25, 2025 celebrating 47 years of education beyond the backyard.  Open to students ages 14-16.

The Lancaster County Conservation District and local Sportsmen’s Clubs proudly offer a weeklong summer field school focusing on outdoor activities and conserving our natural resources.  Students reside at the school with tents and cots to demonstrate low-impact camping Sunday through Fridayat the Northern Lancaster County Fish and Game Protection Association in West Cocalico Township. 

Motivated students should apply.  Students learn about wildlife and conservation, leadership experience, and communication skills.  There are many study topics to empower students, ensuring a sustained conservation legacy. Topics include stream restoration, forestry, canoeing, wildlife management, archery, survival, and firearm safety.  Meet conservation professionals and discuss career options with them.

Students benefit from generous Federated Sportsmen Clubs and Community Organizations that provide 90% of the student’s tuition.  Students are responsible for a $25 registration fee upon acceptance to the program.  Applications open the first week of January.  To receive an application, contact the Conservation District at 717-299-5361 x.5 or click www.lancasterconservation.org  by June 6.