The Division of Interpretation is offering a grant for the Next Generation Ranger Corps program at Saguaro National Park. This grant provides an opportunity for interns to work closely with Park Ranger-Education Branch Coordinator, Chip Littlefield, to gain hands-on experience in Environmental Education and Interpretation. Interns will lead citizen science projects, assist with environmental education programs, and implement a Hiking Club program for local youth. Additionally, interns will learn to use wildlife cameras to research small carnivore behavior in the Tucson Mountain District. Regular mentor meetings, hours tracking, and reporting on activities are part of this immersive experience. Closing date for applications is Aug 01, 2019.
Opportunity ID: 318677
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | P19AS00407 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Next Generation Ranger Corps Opportunity to Practice Traditional |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.954 — National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 22, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 01, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 01, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 02, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $73,917 |
| Award Ceiling: | $73,917 |
| Award Floor: | $73,917 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Park Service |
| Description: | The Next Gen Rangers will be assigned to the Division of Interpretation, at Saguaro National Park. The incumbent will be mentored by Chip Littlefield, Park Ranger-Education Branch Coordinator. The assigned NextGen Ranger will have opportunities to work alongside professional education staff to better understand the profession of Environmental Education and Interpretation in the National Park via leading citizen science projects, learning, assisting, implementing, and leading curriculum-based environmental education programs, and implementing a park-wide Hiking Club program to provide recreation opportunities for local diverse youth. The NextGen will also become familiar with the use of wildlife cameras to research and document small carnivore behavior in the riparian areas of the Tucson Mountain District of Saguaro. The intern will meet regularly with the assigned mentor(s), track hours, and report on activities and accomplishments. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Todd Wilson
Todd_Wilson@nps.gov Email:Todd_Wilson@nps.gov |
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Folder 318677 Full Announcement-Notice of Intent -> A3 – Notice of Intent.pdf
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