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WILD Outside

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WILD
Outside

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You are never too young to make a difference. That is especially true when it comes to the positive impact you can have on the natural world around you, our wildlife and the natural spaces they call home all across Canada. At the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF), young people often ask us, “how can I get involved and what can I do to help the planet?” When you are aged 15 to 18, the answer is simple: become part of the CWF WILD Outside program.

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COVID 19 AND THE WILD OUTSIDE PROGRAM

If there’s one thing nature teaches us, it’s how to adapt. At the Canadian Wildlife Federation, we’re applying that lesson to our WILD Outside initiative. We are constantly monitoring the Covid-19 situation in each individual city where the WILD Outside program is hosted, adjusting and adapting programming so we’re in compliance. When we do get together, whether inside or outside, we remain vigilant in adhering to all the proper protocols required to keep our WILD Outside staff and participants safe. Those youth who have joined the WILD Outside program continue to experience incredible outdoor adventures and experiences while actively participating in our community project planning and execution. We encourage interested youth age 15 to 18 to continue to register for our WILD Outside program. Nature has never needed young, idealistic allies more than it does right now, so be sure to register for a WILD Outside program near you! WILD Outside is calling! Let’s start planning for a brighter future for wildlife together.

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What is WILD Outside

WILD Outside is a national conservation-based youth leadership program designed for youth ages 15- 18. It is free to participate and fully inclusive. By participating in this unique and flexible program young Canadians will experience opportunities for personal growth while developing and encouraging their own “conservation ethic.” Learning alongside their peers from our CWF facilitators, youth who join in the WILD Outside program will enjoy opportunities for outdoor adventure and immersive nature experiences. They will also connect with other local participants in the planning and delivery of community-based conservation service projects in their own community designed to have a positive impact on their local environment.

Who is Eligible To Join

If you are age 15 to 18, whether you are in high school or no longer attending, you are eligible to participate in a WILD Outside program in our area. Youth under age 18 will require the permission or a parent or guardian to participate. Participation in the program will not interfere with your school schedule.

Eligibility: Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada

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  • WILD Outside and Winnipeg's Fall 2020 Tree Plant

    September 21, 2020, Hartetrail.com – A gorgeous September day brought in many volunteers from Charleswood, Youth Leadership Team Wild Outside, our friends from City of Winnipeg Naturalist Department and many other folks made the drive to Charleswood to help.

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    WILD Outside and Winnipeg's Fall 2020 Tree Plant

    September 21, 2020, Hartetrail.com – A gorgeous September day brought in many volunteers from Charleswood, Youth Leadership Team Wild Outside, our friends from City of Winnipeg Naturalist Department and many other folks made the drive to Charleswood to help.

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Why Join WILD Outside

The goal of the WILD Outside program is to inspire youth participants to develop a passion for conservation, awareness of their natural environment and a deeper appreciation for wildlife. It’s a fun, educational, program where you can participate in a variety of conservation-themed activities, meet new friends, and discover an appreciation for the outdoors in a safe, structured environment. WILD Outside provides an exciting way to have an impact on conservation in your area, and fulfill any volunteer hours required by your school. There are also incentives you can earn as you complete various stages of the program, including an official certificate awarded to you from the Canadian Wildlife Federation. Participation also counts towards other youth achievement initiatives you may pursue like the Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

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What’s Involved When You Join

Participants in the program are encouraged to commit to 120 hours of service activity and engagement over a calendar year. WILD Outside will include a wide variety of activities and projects:

Potential Outdoor Activities & Teambuilding

Canoe/Kayak

Canoe/Kayak
Hiking

Hiking
Ice skating

Ice skating
Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing
Cross-country skiing

Cross-country
skiing
Rock climbing

Rock climbing
Cycling

Cycling
Fishing

Fishing
Outdoor cooking

Outdoor
cooking
Nature walks (plant ID, bird watching)

Nature walks
(plant ID, bird
watching)
Urban and rural outdoor adventures

Urban and
rural outdoor
adventures
Teambuilding and leadership activities

Teambuilding
& leadership
activities

Potential Conservation Service Activities

Citizen science

Citizen science:
Bioblitzes &
City Nature Challenge
Shoreline cleanups

Shoreline
cleanups
Invasive species removal

Invasive species
removal
Adopt a park/Adopt a highway

'Adopt a park'/
'Adopt a highway'
Local trail maintenance

Local trail
maintenance
Building and installing bird houses, bat boxes, nesting boxes and other wildlife habitats

Build and install
bird houses, bat
boxes, nesting
boxes and other
wildlife habitats
Participating in a wildlife or wildfowl count

Participate in
a wildlife or
wildfowl
count
Tree planting

Tree planting
Planting community/pollinator gardens

Planting
community/
pollinator gardens

HOW TO SUBMIT MY INTEREST

Please provide your interest in the program by completing this online form. A WILD Outside program facilitator will be in contact to provide you with more information.













INTERESTS: Please answer each of the following questions in one or two sentences:

1) Why do you want to get involved in WILD Outside?

2) What conservation topics most interest you?

3) How did you hear about the program?

Where Can I Find A WILD
Outside Program

WILD Outside programs are in multiple cities across the country.
Here is a schedule:

place
WEST
  • Calgary
  • Vancouver
  • Regina
  • Saskatoon
  • Edmonton
place
CENTRAL
  • Toronto
  • Montreal
  • Kitchener/Waterloo
  • Ottawa
  • Winnipeg
place
EAST
  • Halifax
  • Charlottetown
  • St. John's
  • Moncton

CHECK here for new WILD Outside program locations scheduled to begin in 2021

More About WILD Outside

WILD Outside is a program developed by the Canadian Wildlife Federation and funded by the Government of Canada through its Canada Service Corps initiative, which also funds the CWF-lead Canadian Conservation Corps program targeting Canadians 18 to 30. The Canada Service Corps is a national movement designed to build a culture of volunteer service that empowers young Canadians to make an impact. The Canada Service Corps was announced as Canada's new national youth service initiative on January 16, 2018.

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