Youth Conservation Corps: A growing legacy in San Juan County

Over the past 17 years, the Youth Conservation Corps has provided hundreds of local youth with meaningful opportunities to engage in hands-on environmental stewardship. Originally launched on Lopez Island, the program became a countywide initiative eight years ago through the San Juan Islands Conservation District. Participants develop essential skills such as responsibility, teamwork and community involvement, creating a foundation for future careers in conservation, environmental advocacy and beyond.

A YCC parent reflected: “YCC connects young people to nature in a way unattainable by any other means. First-hand engagement, coupled with robust education, leads directly to environmental stewardship. Collaborative teamwork builds career skills, and completing physical challenges leads to perseverance, work ethic, and a healthy sense of accomplishment.”

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