Under a Cooperative Agreement awarded by the National Park Service (NPS) through the Youth and Veteran Organizations Conservation Activities grant program (CFDA 15.931), the Friends of Saguaro National Park (FOSNP) will recruit and mentor local youth as paid interns for the "Next Generation Ranger Corps" program. The interns will work alongside NPS staff in various divisions of Saguaro National Park, gaining hands-on experience in resource management, conservation projects, and essential professional skills. The $120,989.34 award, with a project period from June 2024 to December 2025, is designed to provide employment opportunities for underrepresented youth, promote environmental stewardship, and support the park's operational needs through youth-led conservation initiatives.
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