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Welcome new staff members
In the last few months, Conservation Corps has hired several new staff members: Sarah Bromley, Kellie Lager and Jenna Strait. Read More
A warm farewell to Valerie Hsu
In two short years, Outreach Coordinator Valerie Hsu implemented our own volunteer network and invigorated alumni connections through events and a savvy social media presence. Read More
Proud to be a #ServiceEmployer
Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa is known for providing more than 318 AmeriCorps service positions for young adults each year. Most people may not know that 78 percent of Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa's full-time staff served at least one term as an AmeriCorps member or Peace Corps volunteer before being hired on. Staff members served in various programs including: AmeriCorps NCCC, AmeriCorps VISTA, Peace Corps Malawi, Peace Corps Benin, EarthCorps, Southeast Alaska Guidance Association, Student Conservation Association, Montana Conservation Corps, Vermont Youth Conservation Corps, American Youthworks, and Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa. The Corps is proud employ staff with vast service experiences and to be part of President Obama's Employers of National Service. Read More
Corps launches initiative to increase diversity in natural resource professions
Conservation Corps Minnesota is teaming up with the Department of Natural Resources and University of Minnesota to support a diverse pool of young people as they pursue a college and career pathway in natural resources. Read More
Wasps that attack the emerald ash borer are establishing in Minnesota
One year after the release of wasps that attack emerald ash borer (EAB), crew member Jered Bourquin recently found the wasps’ larvae at Great River Bluffs State Park on the Mississippi River southeast of Winona. Read More
Project to memorialize 2014 apprentice
Caitlin Daudt served as an apprentice at the Crow Wing County SWCD in 2014. Caitlin Daudt served as an… Read More