Natural Resources Careers Camp

Learn if a career in Natural Resources is right for you.
Have fun with peers and network your boots off.

Register below for NRCC 2023 to be held from
Sunday, July 23 - Saturday, July 29, 2023.

Join high school students from across Maryland at this week-long camp in Garrett County to explore careers and college studies in natural resources. This partnership with Allegany College of Maryland and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources-Forest Service offers high school students a co-educational opportunity to learn from industry professionals and develop contacts that could lead to future employment and a career in natural resources.
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Application for Review Application Instructions Signature Pages for Parent/Guardian 2-Panel Brochure Tri-fold Brochure NRCC Handout NRCC Handout in Spanish NRCC Curriculum
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Hands-On Learning
Hands-on Learning

Focus on hands-on classroom and field activities in forestry, nrcc, ecology, fisheries, watershed management, natural resources management and conservation.

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Natural Resource Professionals
Natural Resource Professionals

Talk with natural resource professionals throughout the week and learn about college programs offered in their respective fields.

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GIS, GPS, Computer Simulation
GIS, GPS, Computer Simulation

Use GIS, GPS, computer simulation, and other field tools related to careers in natural resources.

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Scenic Mountain Setting
Scenic Mountain Setting

Stay in rustic cabins in the scenic mountains of Garrett County.

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Potential for College Credits
Potential for College Credits

Students who reach age 16 before the end of NRCC week may choose to earn two college credits (fees required) from Allegany College of Maryland. To be eligible, students must complete a short exam and present a team management plan. The two college credits will transfer to most community colleges in Maryland and several four year schools.

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Eligibility for College Scholarships
Eligibility for College Scholarships

Become eligible for college scholarships designated for forestry, arboriculture, urban forestry and natural resources.

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Recently Graduated High School Students
Recently Graduated High School Students

Recently graduated high school students are welcome to apply.

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Tuition

In-State Students May Qualify for Paid Tuition

The $500 NRCC Tuition Fee includes lodging and meals for the entire week and is normally paid for by the local Maryland Forestry Board (in-state only). Students are responsible for the $150 Student Activity Fee.

Find contact info for all county Forestry Boards here.

How to Apply

Space is limited to 42 NRCC students. Applicants will be interviewed and approved on a first-come basis. In addition, students from bordering states (DC, DE, PA, VA, WV) are welcome to apply and will be interviewed by the nearest local Forestry Board.

Students must be currently enrolled in, going into or recently graduated from high school.

APPLY for NRCC 2023! Online Letter of Recommendation