Programs

Our programs are designed for young people, ages 16-24, who are ready to make positive changes in their lives through a job, education, and community service.

Youth in our programs WORK on hands-on outdoor projects that improve the community like maintaining a trail, reducing wildfire fuels, or even building an entire house. Youth EARN a weekly stipend or minimum wage for full-time work and can also earn college scholarships. Finally, our young people LEARN everything from math and writing skills to career planning and resume writing, all while gaining high school credits, preparing for the GED, or taking their first college class.

Does one of our programs look interesting to you? Click on the program below to find out more information:

Next Program Start Dates 2025:

High Desert Conservation Corps (HDCC): The next cohort starts June 16th. Accepting applications (maybe put on waitlist).

Stewardship: Rolling start date. Accepting applications (maybe put on waitlist).

YouthBuild (YB): The next cohort starts on October 13th. Accepting applications.

Central Oregon Youth Conservation Corps (COYCC): Starts on June 23rd. Applications closed.

Camp LEAD: Starts in July. Applications closed. 

Go! LEAD: Starts in December. Not accepting applications yet.