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Protecting and preserving our natural and historic landmarks, that’s what SCA crew members do every day. Along the way, they gain critical hands-on conservation experience that will serve them in future careers. They develop a profound connection to nature and the great outdoors, turning most of them in to future land stewards, environmental educators, park rangers sustainability leaders and future conservation champions.

Our print and electronic newsletters document their accomplishments, their stories and their paths towards conservation leadership.

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The SCA Welcomes Dr. Usha Chaudhary as Chief Operating Officer

The Student Conservation Association the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Usha Chaudhary as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective Dec. 13, 2023.

SCA Chief Operating Officer Usha Chaudhary wearing blue blazer

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The SCA, U.S. Forest Service Announce Wildland Fire Academy Program

The Student Conservation Association today announced that the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) will award the organization $12 million over the next five years to launch a Wildland Fire Academy Program.

Two SCA crew members conducting prescribed burn

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SCA CEO Inspires AmeriCorps Trail Crews Serving Across Alaska

The Student Conservation Association today announced that the organization’s President and CEO, Lidia Soto-Harmon, traveled to Alaska to meet with the SCA Alaska Corps, an AmeriCorps program focused on leadership development and the completion of trail work projects.