This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Opportunity title
Work with a program that specializes in outdoor education of youth.
Host organization/department
School of Forest, Fisheries and Geomatics Sciences, Fishing for Success
Description
Hands-on experience working with youth in outdoor education, interacting with families during public fishing events, or behind-the-stage support of a long-established outdoor youth education program. An opportunity to get experience, learn the biology of our aquatic environment, and make a difference in the lives of youth in Gainesville and surrounding counties.
Date & time
Currently ongoing
Why should students participate?
Students will gain hands-on experience working with youth in outdoor education settings. Volunteers will learn a great deal about the aquatic environment. You will gain experience working with youth and the public. We are a non-profit, and volunteering with us is an excellent extracurricular on a CV, and provides opportunities for networking with professors and scientists in the Fisheries field.
Who can students contact for more information?
Crystal Hartman, c.hartman@ufl.edu