Forestry

The Fayette County Conservation District provides two $500 scholarships to sponsor the attendance of two Fayette County students in the Kentucky Leadership Forestry Program. To apply, please submit a brief bio and description (less than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in attending the program to support@kyfccd.org. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call (859)233-0194.

The Kentucky Leadership Forestry Program, offered by the University of Kentucky's Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, is a week-long residential program for high school students. The program is a collaboration with the Division of Forestry, Division of Conservation, Division of Fish and Wildlife, and Entomology Extension Units.

The program has three tracks focused on forestry, entomology, and wildlife, from which students can choose. To learn more about the program, please visit their homepage at https://kflp.ca.uky.edu.