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.

Standing For Conservation

Conservation Begins Here – 69 Years In The Making For the Student Conservation Association, Earth...

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Student Conservation Association Welcomes New Board Members &...

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) today announced its Fiscal Year 2027 Board...

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Preserving The Dream

A New Generation Restoring The Landscapes Of Dr. King’s Life It has been nearly six...

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SCA Crew Completes Restoration Project At Yorktown National...

Building The Next Generation Of Conservation Leaders An SCA Historic Preservation Team gained hands-on cemetery...

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Guardians Of The West

Off the Grid, On the Front Lines: Meet the SCA Crews Protecting Idaho's Wild Side...

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The SCA’s Urban Forestry Crew In Northwest Indiana...

HAMMOND, Ind. – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) today announced receiving much-needed support from two...

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Answering The Call Of Nature

Standing For Conservation A lifelong relationship with the land, forests, and ocean led Dr. Jody...

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Alum Spotlight: Sara Wettekin

From The Corps To A Career Sara Wettekin grew up playing on the beaches of...

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A Decade Of Partnership In Pennsylvania

A Conservation Milestone This year marks a decade of impact through the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps...

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