The future of the green job workforce is bright and enthusiastic—but its success will also come with the advice and support of those already in the sector. Apply by November 21, 2022, to join the first PLT US Green Mentor program cohort.
Hear how the recent PLT conference in Madison, Wisconsin brought together new mentees and mentors and how the program is supporting PLT’s growing work connecting young people to opportunities in the forest and conservation sector.
Our latest release features three PLT activities for educators of students ages 8-11 and grades 3-5. Use the activities to invite students to investigate how being outside—and among trees, specifically—provides people with many different physical, emotional, social, and learning benefits.
April 17 – 25, 2021 is National Park Week! Celebrate this annual week-long celebration by teaching your students about public lands and the many contributions of Black Americans to the National Parks System, and encouraging the exploration of these culturally and historically significant areas.
Lydia has worked in the forest and conservation sector for seven years but had no idea she was missing out on the resources MANRRS offers until SFI and MANRRS partnered to ensure young Black Americans have greater opportunities for rewarding careers in the forest and conservation sector.
We’re excited to spend time with the SFI and Project Learning Tree networks engaging with forest sector professionals and exchanging best practices for delivering environmental education. Join us in Madison, WI this June 14-17, 2022.
All children should have the opportunity to learn about and enjoy forests with the grownups who love them. Here are some ideas for families.
Earth Day is April 22, 2022 and the theme is Invest In Our Planet—because a green future is a prosperous future. To celebrate, we’ve compiled stories and resources to help educators and youth learn about sustainability issues, climate science, and actions they can take this #EarthDay2022 and every day.
Trees and Me includes 12 activities and more than 250 learning experiences for families and teachers to connect children ages 1–6 to nature, with a focus on trees
Do you know an educator who goes above and beyond? Show them a little love and submit a nomination for the PLT Outdoor Classroom Kit Giveaway for Educators between February 14 and March 14 and they will be entered for a chance to win!