Who is eligible?

Camp Woods and Wildlife is open to boys and girls who

• are aged 13 to 16 as of the first day of camp

• are Virginia residents

• show an interest in natural resources

• have good academic standing

• have not attended before

Campers are selected from nominations made by any non-related adult. Examples include teachers, forestry and wildlife professionals, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, 4-H and Scout Leaders, and partner sponsoring organizations.

 

Application Process:

• Applications for Camp Woods and Wildlife open in mid-January and close April 26. Check back in January for next year’s camp information.

• Click on the application and nomination form here.

• Prospective campers complete the first three sections of the application.

• An adult nominator (not related to the camper) must complete the 4th section and submit the application.

  • Examples of nominators include teachers, forestry and wildlife professionals, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, youth group leaders, guidance counselors, and partner sponsoring organizations.

• Applications without the nominator section completed, or submitted by someone other than the nominator, will not be accepted.

• Nominators may submit forms by mail, e-mail, or fax to the above addresses or number.

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For more information about the camp click here or email Kim Lowther at education@pwswcd.org.