The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN) will sponsor two students to attend the upcoming Ontario Nature Youth Summit, September 25-26, 2021. The sponsorship includes the registration fee ($195/ student). For details see MVFN website.
What is it?
The Youth Summit, organized by Ontario Nature, brings together about 100 students in grades 9-12 (Sept. 2021) from across Ontario. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the variety of life in our province and explore positive solutions to conservation and environmental issues. For 2021, Ontario Nature will offer a unique cross-cultural virtual event planned and run by Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth leaders from across Ontario. For more details on the youth summit go to the Ontario Nature web page .
Who is eligible to apply?
High school students (grade 9-12 as of September 2021) in Lanark County and region interested in the natural world.
Application Process
Complete the application online. Candidates may be called for a short interview with MVFN members.
Application Deadline June 18, 2021.
For further information please contact, MVFN board member T. Kuiper
