North Fork Conservation Corps

Our conversation today with Dave Brotman, Executive Director for Friends of the North Fork Shenandoah River, and Seven Bends State Park Ranger Tom Stevens gave us all the details for their North Fork Conservation Corps. The pair explained how the program came to existence and told how it works and the benefits it provides to participating teenagers aged 13-17. We discussed the types of projects they complete and the commitment the teens have to the program which also includes recreation days. We also talked about their respective "Friends" organizations. Dave explained how Friends of Seven Bends State Park and his organization form a perfect partnership to keep the North Fork of the Shenandoah River clean, healthy, and beautiful through advocacy, community-based stewardship, education, and science. North Fork Conservation Corps is a collaboration of Friends of the North Fork, Department of Conservation and Recreation, and Seven Bends State Park. NFCC is an opportunity for youth, ages 13-17 to participate in healthy activities, connect with established mentors from the community and explore the natural world. Corps Members will meet at Seven Bends from 9am-3pm, Wednesday's and Friday's on July 21, 26, 28, and August 2, 4, in teams of up to 15 members with two adult mentors per team. Corps members will work with park rangers on a project at Seven Bends and participate in outdoor recreational and experiential learning activities with community activity leaders. Learn more & get registration information here: https://fnfsr.org/north-fork-conservation-corps-2023/  Stay up to date on events, projects, and volunteer opportunities for both organizations by following them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsNFSR / https://www.facebook.com/friendsofsbsp