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Youth Summit for Biodiversity and Green Solutions


September 20, 2013 to September 22, 2013


Ontario Nature is holding its fourth annual Youth Summit to bring young leaders from across the province together for a weekend of building friendships and exploring beautiful Lake Couchiching. The Summit will be hosted by Ontario Nature's Youth Council.
WANTED: Young people in grades 9-12 from communities across Ontario
Highlights to look forward to:
-Activities: Bird banding, searching for reptiles and amphibians, hiking, canoeing, nightly campfires and a high-energy team challenge
- Interactive workshops: Ontario's species at risk, green technology, First Nations traditional medicine, urban planning, local food and MUCH more!
- An inspiring keynote presentation delivered by Rob Stewart, conservationist and creator of the highly-acclaimed films Sharkwater and Revolution
If you are a young person in grades 9-12 and are interested in building your leadership skills, learning more about conservation from experts, or meeting new friends who share a passion for nature, register at www.ontarionature.org/youthsummit

Venue: YMCA Geneva Park
Location: Orillia, ON
Website: http://www.ontarionature.org/youthsummit
For information contact: Sarah Hedges, sarahh@ontarionature.org
Phone: 416-444-8419 ext. 241
Categories: Nature & Outdoors

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