Youth Education Leadership Program (Y.E.L.P.)

Youth Education Leadership Program (Y.E.L.P.)

Overview: A partnership program supported by the Outdoor Heritage Foundation, the Alaska Chapter of Safari Club International, and various sponsors to train youth in fish and wildlife conservation and outdoor traditions.

Eligibility

• Primary target: High school juniors and seniors
• Also open to: High school sophomores (if space available)
• Geographic scope: Alaska

Program Components

• Trip to Juneau with visits to:
- Governor and Lt. Governor's offices - Governor's cabinet members - Legislative offices
• Participation in legislative process discussions
• Discussion of timely conservation and wildlife issues
• One student selected annually to attend the American Wilderness Leadership School in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Purpose

• Develop knowledge and skills for fish and wildlife conservation
• Support important human traditions associated with fish and wildlife resources

Contact Information

• Email: director@ohfak.org
• Phone: (907) 502-0002
• Address: P.O. Box 4752, Palmer, AK 99645