WILD Outside

You are never too young to make a difference – especially when it comes to the positive impact you can have on the natural world around you, our wildlife and the natural spaces they call home across Canada. At the Canadian Wildlife Federation, young people often ask us, “How can I get involved and what can I do to help the planet?” When you are aged 15 to 18, the answer is simple: become part of the CWF WILD Outside program, funded by the Government of Canada under the Canada Service Corps program.

COVID 19 AND THE WILD OUTSIDE PROGRAM

If there’s one thing nature teaches us, it’s how to adapt. At the Canadian Wildlife Federation, we’re applying that lesson to our WILD Outside initiative. While COVID 19 currently prevents participants from gathering together in person, that hasn’t stopped our WILD Outside facilitators from adapting our programming to bring people together virtually across the country. We encourage interested youth age 15 to 18 to continue to register for our WILD Outside program; then join us as we connect online to learn about and plan conservation projects we can deliver once we get the green light to gather our WILD Outside participants together again. Nature has never needed young, idealistic allies more than it does right now, so be sure to register for a WILD Outside program near you! Let’s start planning for a brighter future for wildlife together.

What is WILD Outside

WILD Outside is a national conservation-based youth leadership program designed for youth ages 15 to 18. By participating in this immersive program, young Canadians will experience opportunities for personal growth while developing and encouraging their own “conservation ethic.” Learning from CWF facilitators alongside their peers, youth who join the WILD Outside program will connect with other local participants in the planning and delivery of community-based conservation action projects in their own community.

Why Join WILD Outside

The goal of the WILD Outside program is to inspire youth participants to develop a passion for conservation, an awareness of their natural environment and a deeper appreciation for wildlife. It’s a fun, educational program where you can participate in a variety of conservation-themed activities, meet new friends and discover an appreciation for the outdoors in a safe, structured environment.
WILD Outside provides an exciting way to have an impact on conservation in your area and fulfill any volunteer hours required by your school. You can also earn incentives as you complete various stages of the program, including an official certificate awarded to you from the Canadian Wildlife Federation. Participation also counts towards other youth achievement initiatives you may pursue, such as the Duke of Edinburgh Awards.