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.

Your Favorite SCA Stories From 2024

A Look Back, A Step Forward As we step into 2025 with guts and gusto,...

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Student Conservation Association Names Kelly Runzel Vice President...

ARLINGTON, VA. – The Student Conservation Association (SCA), the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation...

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Climbing To New Heights

Urban Green Crew Tackles Erosion At Acadia National Park This summer, the SCA's 2024 Urban...

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SCA Alum Spotlight: Kelly Graner

From The SCA To Tackling New Heights: A Triple Crown Adventure Twenty-two states and 7,875...

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Student Conservation Association Names Anne Morrison Director Of...

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is pleased to announce the appointment of...

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Our 2024 Photo Contest Winner Revealed

See All The Top Ranked Photos To offer a window into their world, we asked...

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A Tale of Four Corners: Native American Youth...

Celebrating Native American Heritage at Four Corners Monument In honor of Native American Heritage Month...

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SCA Alum Spotlight: Kyle Yarusso

A Career People Person When Kyle Yarusso responded to a college bulletin board posting for...

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SCA Alum Spotlight: CJ Goulding

'I Love Being Outside' CJ Goulding spent his first SCA summer with the National Park...

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