Student Program

Students attending AWLS are high school age. This particular age group was chosen with a dual objective: exposure to conservation or related vocational opportunities can come at a critical time when professional career options are being considered; and it is also the time when young adults of this age are becoming involved in school and community affairs as informed citizens.  Students come from all over the world, sponsored by SCI's many chapters, corporations, sportsmen's clubs, environmental education groups, or parents and relatives.  During the eight-day summer sessions, these young men and women encounter challenging experiences in the fields of wildlife, ecology, natural resource management, and conservation.  Program experiences both in the classroom and on field trips into the surrounding wilderness areas and Teton National Park emphasize a conceptual understanding of natural resource issues.  In utilizing a wilderness setting, students are exposed to the techniques and skills necessary to have a safe, enjoyable experience in the out-of-doors.

Qualifications                                                 Click hear for the  2014 application form

To be considered for the American Wilderness Leadership School Program, a student candidate must:

• • Be presently enrolled as a high school student, 16-18 years of age;
  • Have demonstrated an interest in conservation issues and concerns;
  • Have satisfactory grades in school;
  • Have demonstrated an ability to work and communicate effectively with others;
  • Submit a minimum of three letters of recommendation;
  • Submit a 500-word statement as described in this application, if seeking local SCI Chapter Sponsorship.