Conservation Corps
The Wanganui YMCA offers two Conservation Corps programmes, one in the Rangitikei (Marton / Wanganui) area and one in the Manawatu (Palmerston North) area.
This programme is designed to facilitate the development of young people through involvement in Conservation, Education, Community Involvement and Challenging Recreation activities.
The programmes aim is to:
- Increase trainees self esteem and motivation
- Improve trainees employment prospects by learning new job skills, communication and team work
- Protect and enhance the environment and historic heritage of New Zealand
- Develop a knowledge and appreciation of conservation values and processes
- Involve trainees in community projects
- Challenge trainees both physically & mentally, in outdoor recreational activities such as Adventure Based Learning, Tramping, Climbing, Abseiling, High Ropes, Caving, etc.
Ultimately the programmes’ are aligned with the Youth Development Strategy Aotearoa’s vision, six principles and goals.
The programmes are constantly revisited and aligned with the participants’ profile. Individuals can expect to achieve most of the following:
- Bronze Award - Young New Zealander’s Challenge
- First Aid Certificate
- Chainsaw Safety Certificate
- Food Safety Certificate
- ACC River Safety Certificate
- Learners’ Drivers License
- Introduction to Scuba Diving
- CV Preparation
- Career Pathways
- Drug and Alcohol awareness
- Community Projects
- Fitness Programmes
- Outdoor adventure