Grantee name grand canyon youthgrant number G23AS00059PROJECT title fostering interest in the natural science disciplines among high school students through experiential learning, in support of the…

Grantee name grand canyon youthgrant number G23AS00059PROJECT title fostering interest in the natural science disciplines among high school students through experiential learning, in support of the department of interiors science technology engineering and math (stem) goalsproject dates march 15, 2023 august 15, 2027AWARD purpose to support connecting youth from diverse backgrounds with scientific research opportunities along the colorado river through grand canyon national park.activities to be performed activities include conducting community science research projects that benefit the understanding of how the physical, biological and cultural resources respond to the operations of glen canyon DAM as well as providing access for the future stewards of this area.deliverables and expected outcomes through this project, the collaborators expect to connect approximately 60 individuals each year on three multi day river expeditions. These expeditions will further the missions of both grand canyon youth and the USGS southwest biological science center.intended beneficiaries youth (age 15 19) from diverse backgrounds including cultural, geographic, ability and socioeconomic. One of the expeditions is intended to be forall indigenous youth. Additionally, scientists benefit from the opportunity to both conduct their research as well as have outreach opportunities with a younger audience.subrecipient activities n a