Young people throughout BC will once again have the opportunity to acquire a diverse range of job skills while working in the province’s spectacular natural environment.
Now in its third season, the Student Ranger Program provides 48 young adults with training and employment opportunities in BC's parks and protected areas.
Those accepted will receive hands-on work experience through a variety of projects related to conservation, recreation, community outreach and Indigenous relations.
Student rangers are be based in various parts of the province including Nelson, Kamloops, Victoria, Prince George, North Vancouver and more where they focusing on ecosystem restoration, invasive species control and outdoor education and building.
"Working outdoors all summer as a student ranger, I gained a deeper appreciation for our parks and protected areas, and realized how important they are to everyone," said Eva Gribbon, who led the 2019 student ranger crew based out of Goldstream Park.
"I travelled to more than a dozen parks and protected areas, engaging with the public, removing invasive species and rehabilitating trails."
Applications will be accepted until Feb. 23, 2020.
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