Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa

"As the climate starts to change, oaks are also being used to remediate carbon emissions. One tree can absorb up to 10 pounds of air pollution in a year. Combine this with the oak’s long lifespan and they can absorb hundreds of pounds of air pollution." ✍ Kate Carnahan, Outdoor Recreation Specialist Individual Placement / AmeriCorps Member placed at Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Trails. https://lnkd.in/gTqUxi5e [Image Description] A large old oak tree with text on the side of the image "New Blog Post."

"Every year, November 15th is America Recycles Day. The holiday is promoted by the organization Keep America Beautiful as a central point for organizations promoting recycling across the country to rally around." ✍️ Jake Richards, IT Specialist Individual Placement / AmeriCorps Member placed at Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Trails https://lnkd.in/gJhpUWSW [Image Description] Four recycling carts in a row. Text on the side reads "New Blog Post."

Conservation Corps MN & IA would like to acknowledge all our current and alumni Veterans (both members and staff) – THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE! [Image Description] "Veterans Day, Honoring all who served, 11 Nov." with an silhouette of someone saluting.

"Crews working at Deyton Elementary School in Spruce Pine, North Carolina on disaster response. Shoutout to AmeriCorps St. Louis and Conservation Corps North Carolina for joining CCMI and being great crews to work with!" 📷 Madi Leuer 📍 North Carolina https://lnkd.in/dXYua7rs to apply to serve in 2025! #EnvironmentalCareers #ConservationCareers #ServiceYear #CareerExperience #YearOutdoors #ServeOutdoors Thank you to the support and partnership from AmeriCorps , The Corps Network [Image Description 1] A group of people in AmeriCorps shirts sitting and standing in front of a UTV in front of a forest. [Image Description 2] Five people in Conservation Corps MN & IA and AmeriCorps St Louis standing in front of pallets labeled "baby wipes."

Apply before the application round deadline tomorrow! www.conservationcorps.org [Image Description] Conservation Corps handplant logo, a dotted line, and text: "Join the Corps."

We are now hiring to fill the role of Summer Youth Corps Program Manager. The Summer Youth Corps (SYC) Program Manager manages all aspects of the Summer Youth Corps (SYC) Program. SYC is a residential summer work program for youth, ages 15-18, led by AmeriCorps members, ages 18-30. SYC members connect to the natural environment while they live, work, and recreate together for 5 weeks in small groups called crews. Individuals gain natural resource fieldwork experience and develop workforce readiness skills (e.g. leadership) while completing conservation and community improvement projects throughout Minnesota and neighboring states. SYC is dedicated to accessibility for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing community and runs an American Sign Language (ASL) affinity crew. https://lnkd.in/eDTaC_F [Image Description] "We're hiring! Join our staff team." in a green circle over a grey topographic background.

"Iowa and Ozark crews heading to Black Mountain, North Carolina for disaster response." 📷 Madi Leuer, Iowa Monarch Field Crew #EnvironmentalCareers #ConservationCareers #ServiceYear #CareerExperience #YearOutdoors #ServeOutdoors Thank you to the support and partnership from AmeriCorps , The Corps Network [Image Description 1] Eight people in front of a Conservation Corps truck. [Image Description 2] Three people in front of a Conservation Corps truck.

The board of directors of Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa (CCMI) is delighted to announce that, after a comprehensive national search, Nalani McCutcheon has been selected as the next executive director of CCMI. Nalani brings over 20 years of experience leading and managing nonprofit organizations, focusing on youth development, environmental education, and community building. Since November 2023, she has been serving as the interim executive director for CCMI, a role that aligns with her lifelong passion for environmental stewardship and empowering emerging leaders. “During her time as interim executive director, Nalani demonstrated an unwavering commitment to our mission, cultivated strong relationships, and provided strategic direction that has strengthened our work and impact,” shares Erin Anderson, CCMI board chair. “Her passion for this work has been evident in everything she does, and we are thrilled to have her continue leading us in a permanent capacity” Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gqY_CtRX [Image Description] "CCMI's new executive director! Nalani McCutcheon" text next to a photo of Nalani who is standing in front of a lake on a summer day smiling at the camera.

"Next up for my crew is traveling to North Carolina as a part of disaster response. We will spend 30 days assisting in cleanup efforts and mucking and gutting homes. " ✍ Avery Merkley, Monarch Field Crew Member / AmeriCorps Member https://lnkd.in/gSzY7NTN [Image Description] A selfie of four people in a forest. Text on the side reads "New Blog Post."

Catch up with the Corps! Read this months stories in the Corps Update. https://lnkd.in/gcz-ZScF Image Description] "Corps Update. News from Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa." over an image of seven corpsmembers in safety reflective vests and helmets standing in a park.