[Coehd] FW: Texas Brigades: Natural Resource and Leadership Development Camps

Do you know a high school youth(ages 13-17) who is interested in wildlife, fisheries, land stewardship and natural resources, and leadership? If so, this might be the opportunity for them! From: kscheffer(a)texas-wildlife.org [mailto:kscheffer@texas-wildlife.org] Sent: Monday, February 17, 2014 10:03 AM To: Christine Moseley Subject: Texas Brigades: Natural Resource and Leadership Development Camps Having trouble viewing this email? Click here <http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=e49e2e8a-7f48-471f-8a40... [Silver Bulletin] Texas Brigades Statewide Natural Resource and Leadership Development Camps Conservation Leaders in Every Community The Texas Brigades' mission is to educate and empower youths with leadership skills and knowledge in wildlife, fisheries, and land stewardship to become conservation ambassadors for a sustained natural resource legacy. In This Issue 2014 Camps & Applications The Cadet Experience The Adult Experience Know someone who may be interested? At the bottom of this e-mail, press Forward email, enter in your contacts' e-mail addresses and a personal message, and send this e-newsletter their way. Thanks! Learn more about the Texas Brigades at www.texasbrigades.org<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7c... [TB Logo2] [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs123/1103225666226/img/228.jpg]<http://... View our photo albums for a sneak peak of camp life!<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IRnu... "Like" us and check us out! [Small Instagram] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IRnuKAZsVpZRo... [Like us on Facebook] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IRnuKAZsVpZRo... [Follow us on Twitter]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-I... us on Pinterest]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG... #texasbrigades What is the Texas Brigades? The Texas Brigades is a wildlife-focused leadership development program for high school youth (ages 13-17). There are five different camps: Bobwhite Brigade, Buckskin Brigade, Bass Brigade, Waterfowl Brigade, and Ranch Brigade. You will be introduced to habitat management, hone your communication skills, and develop a land ethic. Top wildlife professionals and resource managers serve as instructors and mentors. Each camp is 4 ½ days long. The success of the Texas Brigades depends on both highly motivated youth (ages 13-17) and adult participants with a desire to further their wildlife knowledge and leadership skills. 2014 Camps & Applications Applications<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drP... for 2014 camps are due March 15, 2014. Rolling Plains Bobwhite Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... June 14 - 18, Centennial Lodge, Coleman, TX South Texas Buckskin Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... June 15 - 19, Southern Star Ranch, Uvalde, TX South Texas Bobwhite Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... June 27 - July 1, Buck Horn Creek Ranch, Pleasanton, TX Bass Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... July 8 - 12, Warren Ranch, Santa Anna, TX North Texas Buckskin Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... July 13 - 17, El Escondrijo, San Angelo, TX Ranch Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... July 15 - 19, Warren Ranch, Santa Anna, TX Waterfowl Brigade<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-X3PINBu_q1OkMs7cAAgBM7drPdG-IR... July 20 - July 24, BigWoods on the Trinity, Tennessee Colony, TX The Cadet Experience [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs123/1103225666226/img/227.jpg] Each camp is unique, but you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about deer, quail, bass, waterfowl, or sustainable beef production! You will study anatomy, biology, habitat management, population dynamics, conservation, watershed management, and more. In addition to a heaping dose of ecology, you will study photography, art, entomology, botany, fly-tying, firearm safety, and leadership skills. Every camp is fast-paced and filled with hands-on experiences, a wealth of information, camaraderie, and participation in professionally led management techniques and procedures. WHAT DO YOU MEAN "LEADERSHIP SKILLS"? Every person, no matter what profession you choose, must be able to think, plan, and communicate to succeed. Many of the activities at the Texas Brigades revolve around teambuilding and critical thinking. IS THERE A FEE? Yes, there is a tuition fee for cadets. The fee is $400, which covers meals, lodging, and supplies. Don't let money stop you from applying! We will help you find financial assistance. The Adult Experience [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs123/1103225666226/img/224.jpg]We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are interested in the outdoors, wildlife, and natural resource conservation, who wish to share that interest with young adults. An adult leader serves as a mentor, counselor, and guide for five or six teenagers (13-17 years of age) as they progress through the five day camp. As an adult leader, you will participate in all of the activities in which the cadets participate, some of which may be physically demanding. Experience in wildlife, fisheries, and/or animal agriculture is not required. Immediate family members of youth (cadet) applicants may not be selected as an adult leader for the same camp as their cadet. Teachers receive 40 hours SBEC credits [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs123/1103225666226/img/222.jpg]Helen Holdsworth Executive Director hholdsworth@texas-wildlife.org<mailto:hholdsworth@texas-wildlife.org?> 855-TXBRIGS (855-892-7447) 210-884-3712 - cell [KS]Kassi Scheffer Program Coordinator kscheffer@texas-wildlife.org<mailto:kscheffer@texas-wildlife.org?> 855-TXBRIGS (855-892-7447) 512-983-8839 - cell Forward email<http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fwtf.jsp?llr=svo4vodab&m=11... [http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/SafeUnsubscribe_Footer_Logo... [http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/CC_Footer_Logo_New.png]<... This email was sent to christine.moseley@utsa.edu<mailto:christine.moseley@utsa.edu> by kscheffer@texas-wildlife.org<mailto:kscheffer@texas-wildlife.org> | Update Profile/Email Address<http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=0017Ra5-D6kXh... | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe<http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=0017R... | Privacy Policy<http://ui.constantcontact.com/roving/CCPrivacyPolicy.jsp>;. Texas Brigades | 3360 Thousand Oaks Drive | Suite 126 | San Antonio | TX | 78247