There are so many good reasons!
Are you a family with school-aged kids?
Junior Forest Wardens is all about helping children, youth and parents discover nature - together! As a family, you can learn how to be comfortable and competent in the outdoors, gain amazing skills and knowledge, do excellent activities and have a lot of fun while you're at it!
Junior Forest Wardens isn't just for the kids - preschool siblings, parents, grandparents and other family members can all be part of the adventure.
Adventurers (grades 7-9) and Challengers (grades 10-12) gain more advanced knowledge of forestry, natural sciences and outdoor skills, and take part in some great adventures - wilderness trips, mountaineering experiences and canoe trips to name a few. Leadership is an integral part of the program, and you will gain a lot of confidence and skill in this area. The annual A/C Conference is a leadership weekend that is planned, and run by, young people like you!
Junior Forest Wardens opens the door to many outdoor-related careers that many people never even hear about. Come and explore the many possibilities open to you as you get ready for adult life. Gain valuable experience with the Junior Forest Ranger summer work program, work as a counselor at the Long Lake Outdoor Education Centre, and take part in volunteer opportunities locally. Learn, teach and grow!
If you have a passion for the natural world, you probably want to pass it on! Junior Forest Wardens gives you the chance to help others discover the wonders of nature and develop caring and responsible attitudes.
You will have many opportunities to expand your own knowledge, meet many fascinating people and travel to JFW events throughout Canada.
Employees of forestry companies, governments and schools are often found helping out with Junior Forest Wardens, lending their particular expertise and resources to the program.
Members of conservation-minded organizations, community service groups and outdoor recreation clubs are also frequently involved, each bringing their own perspective and particular area of interest to the program.
It is important the the Junior Forest Warden program be well grounded in the 'real world', and people like you keep us on the right track!
Our program is centred on four main elements:
Within each of these areas is an amazing variety of teaching (and learning) opportunities. Read through our curriculum, and see if there is something that appeals to you! We'd love to have you work with us - even in a small way.
Does any of the above sound like you?
If so, contact us today!
