1. Lancaster County Youth Conservation School
A Summer Field School for year olds, like no other.
Celebrating 39 years.

2. Who Should Apply?
Students years old, this intense field school is for you.
Teens who attended couldn’t believe the amount of learning they experienced in 7 days.
Former student shared, “Now I have an awesome answer to the question, What did you do this summer?”.

3. Is This a Camp or a School?
Conservation School is a 7 day, 6 night residential learning program in a camp like setting with a classroom in the great outdoors.
Hosted for 39 years on the grounds of the Northern Lancaster Game and Fish Protective Association, near Denver, PA.
The Conservation School promotes stewardship for natural resources.

4. Will I Learn About Careers Along with Conservation?
Yes, each day’s activities involve experienced instructors and presenters from county and state agencies along with volunteers. 

5. Can I Attend the School More Than Once?
The curriculum for the program is designed for students to attend one time. This format also allows many more students to have the opportunity to attend.

6. How Do I apply?
Look for the Youth Conservation School Application in January of each year.  The application will be posted on this page.
YCS Application
 Submit the application and letter of recommendation to: Lancaster County Conservation District Attn: Conservation School Arcadia Rd Room 200 Lancaster PA 17601