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A young spruce seedling in front of a frosty forest edge

Junior Forest Wardens

Junior Forest Wardens is an exciting and educational opportunity for young people and their families to have fun, develop skills, and get educated in the many diverse aspects of our natural environment.

As a family program for youths aged 6-17 that fosters understanding and respect of the natural environment through educational programs, leadership, and outdoor skills.

  • Forestry

  • Ecology

  • Outdoor Skills

  • Leadership

A Junior Forest Warden ice climbing up a frozen wall Families gathered around a canvas tent at a forest camp Hikers with packs carrying a kayak along a forest trail Two hikers crossing a snowfield toward mountain peaks A group of children and leaders in snowshoes A line of hikers climbing a snowy forest slope

Small Hands and Seedlings

Project Forest supports the Junior Forest Wardens by supplying them seedlings to be planted by the kids each year.

By planting seedlings, the Junior Forest Wardens learn about forestry and conservation while actively participating in restorative action.

Junior Forest Wardens planting seedlings across a green field
A smiling young Junior Forest Warden in a safety vest holding a tree-planting bag and shovel

Inspire the Next Generation

Learn more about the Junior Forest Wardens and how to enroll your child in next season’s programming.

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