Central Conservation, Inc.

Purpose of Award Summary of the Goals and Objectives of the Project Provide Youth Service Learning Experience While Reducing the Impact of Invasive Species and Improving the Condition of Plant Communities and Habitats in the Parks Summary of Project Specific Activities Recruit and Train Crews to Work Directly With the Great Lakes Invasive Plant Management Team to Complete Vegetation Management Projects as the Youth Gain Technical Skills and Expand Their Knowledge of Natural Resources Within the National Park Service Field Work to Be Completed Will Have an Emphasis on Restoration Services Which May Include Bush Cutting, Chainsaw Work, Seeding, and Herbicide and Pesticide Application Performance Goals Including Milestones and Expected Outcomes Provide Training and Experience in Invasive Species Management and Motivate Youth to Pursue Careers in Resource Stewardship While Improving the Conditions of the National Parks Beneficiaries Individual Family,private Nonprofit Institution Organization,quasi Public Nonprofit Organization,anyone General Public,graduate Student,state,local