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Friends of the Cheat

As a result of high poverty levels and the economic situation of our local schools, notably rural districts with dwindling tax bases, such as Preston and Tucker Counties, local youth have limited options and restricted access to summer learning opportunities. Further, there are even fewer options that utilize outdoor spaces and nature-based learning experiences to grow stewardship, confidence, and resiliency in our youth. Studies show that being in nature, and engaging in both structured and un-structured activities, helps children focus and concentrate, as well as helps lengthen their attention spans and thus prevents summer learning loss. Being outside in nature also helps children expend energy in a healthy environment, helping them to develop their senses and keeping their brain active and engaged instead of experiencing learning loss through more sedentary activities during the summer months. Participants will engage in age-appropriate activities during camp that will reinforce lessons learned throughout the school year in science, math, art, and technology, as it relates to the environment. Friends of the Cheat seeks to fill this void and serve our youth through engagement in community events, summer camps, stand-alone workshops and lessons, as well as the development of environmental education-focused activity kits and additional educational materials both print and online.

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Member Duties : The primary activities of the AmeriCorps Summer Member will involve planning and executing nature-based educational events, and programs. These responsibilities include community outreach and education, and other efforts aimed at building FOC’s long-term capacity. They will support activation activities and events based out of FOC’s newly opened trailhead facility along the Cheat River Rail-Trail, including the inaugural Trailhead Event Series slated for 4 Fridays this summer. These events will feature hands-on activities rooted in nature as well as recreational activities such as hiking, paddling, snorkeling, and fishing. The AmeriCorps Summer Member will develop social media content. Through these comprehensive efforts, the AmeriCorps Summer Member will play a vital role in advancing FOC’s mission and expanding its impact within the community and beyond.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :
None

Skills :
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National

Program
Friends of the Cheat

Program Start/End Date
05/21/2025 - 08/15/2025

Work Schedule	Summer

Education level
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99

Program Locations	WEST VIRGINIA

Accepting Applications
From 04/20/2025 To 08/15/2025

Contact	Janet Swift
195 Thompson Rd
Hillsboro WV 24946
3046534891

Listing ID	126425


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