Clarion County Junior Sportsmen Program

Geographic Scope: Open to youth from Clarion, Venango, Forest, Jefferson, and Armstrong County

Age Range: 16-21 years old

Program Objectives:

• Connecting like-minded youth sportsmen to expand their network
• Mentoring young adult sportsmen to fill transitioning board openings
• Bringing fresh ideas and ambitions to decision-making through voices of youth stakeholders
• Potentially establishing a college scholarship fund for outstanding youth leadership
• Engaging participation, volunteerism, and environmental stewardship
• Supporting and fostering young adult sportsmen with ambitions to establish outdoor programs for youth and/or wildlife conservation

Eligibility:

• Ages 16-21
• Residents of Clarion, Venango, Forest, Jefferson, or Armstrong County
• Strong interest in outdoor sports and wildlife
• Students studying Wildlife Conservation, Land Management, Forestry, Parks and Recreation, Fisheries, etc. are strongly encouraged

Program Expectations:

• Attendance at approximately 9 board meetings per year
• Assistance at two annual events: Youth Field Day (early August) and Fundraising Banquet (late February)
• Eligibility to sit on Board committees
• Assignment of small tasks (information gathering, social media posts, phone calls)
• Help spreading information about Youth Field Day, Hunter's Safety, and outdoor/shooting clubs

Benefits:

• Experience in a Board of Directors setting
• Volunteer hours
• Opportunity to mentor other youth
• Integral participation in Pennsylvania's largest Youth Field Day

Contact Information:

• Julie Graf: (814) 316-2608
• Mailing Address: CCSFY, PO Box 953, Knox, PA 16232

Application Requirements

1. Required Documents:
   • Completed application form (attached)
   • Letter of interest
   • Letter of recommendation from a teacher or group leader
2. Submission Method:
   • Mail to: CCSFY, PO Box 953, Knox, PA 16232
3. Questions or Information:
   • Contact Julie Graf at (814) 316-2608