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The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) has Conservation Educators (CEs) who present conservation programs in Kentucky schools. CEs are professionals in their field, trained in instruction of outdoor skills, and certified in teaching programs such as hunter education, fishing, archery, and Project WILD.
All public, private, and home schools are eligible to receive our in-school programs free of charge. Programs are designed for students in grades 4, 5, and 6 and cover a wide range of topics, ranging from Kentucky wildlife, outdoor safety, and current issues facing our environment. Educators develop programs in accordance with the Kentucky Academic Standards. CEs also represent KDFWR at school or community events such as career days, safety days, and camp fairs, and can be an excellent tool for any youth education event.
Click the Map to open an interactive PDF with clickable contact details for Conservation Educators in your area.
Schools that enroll in our Conservation Education program will receive 4-5 programs during the school year. Programs are held in October, November, January, February, and March. December and April are used for make-up programs. Each monthly program lasts 35 to 45 minutes, and the class size ranges from 15 to 200, depending on school enrollment and room capacity.
We have three summer camps in Kentucky: Camp Currie, Camp Wallace, and Camp Webb. Check out our Summer Camp Information to get your child signed up!
Please get in touch with your local Conservation Educator for more information about Conservation Programs. General questions about our conservation education program or camps may be directed to Emily Hogue at 502.892.4491 or by emailing emily.hogue@ky.gov.