Applications for 2026 Youth Conservation Camp are now closed. Check back in February 2027 for information about next year’s camp!
You must apply through Headwaters SWCD.
2026 Youth Conservation Camp will be held on July 12-18 at Virginia Tech. High school students spend the week learning about Virginia’s natural resources through hands-on, outdoor experiences.
The cost to attend YCC is $550 and includes all activities, lodging, and food. Headwaters SWCD offers partial scholarships to two to help offset the cost. If chosen, a $100 non-refundable deposit will be required to secure a spot. Applications are due to Headwaters SWCD by Monday, April 27th.
About YCC
The Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts sponsors a weeklong summer conservation camp for Virginia high school students (currently enrolled in grades 9-12) on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg,
The program brings together interested students from around the state for a week of learning about Virginia’s natural resources from conservation professionals and faculty from Virginia Tech. Most of the instruction is hands-on and outdoors.
The Headwaters Soil and Water Conservation District will help to sponsor two students who would like to attend the camp.
Purpose
- To provide high school students interested in natural resources and conservation a fun and exciting week-long educational opportunity to attend a camp held at Virginia Tech.
- To give financial support to students showing a strong desire to attend camp.