This unique public-private program that offers young Greenwich teens a summer job opportunity conserving our town’s green spaces. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Youth Conservation Program Marks Its 45th Summer
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Greenwich Youth Conservation Program
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Greenwich Youth Conservation Program Accepting Applications for Summer “Learn & Earn” Program
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Any Greenwich resident ages 14-15 may apply, including students from public or private schools. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program
Greenwich Businesses and Coordinators Give High Marks to Teen Conservation Project
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This summer was record-breaking year for applicants, with 220 applications submitted for 112 spots in the Greenwich Youth Conservation Program. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Anne Egbert, Christina Nappi, Darrin Wigglesworth, Dept of Human Services, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program, Kathy Mintchev, Kimberly Terrenoire, Mary Hull
Greenwich Youth Conservation Program Gives 60 Teens a Safe Summer Job during Pandemic
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Even a pandemic couldn’t keep the Greenwich Youth Conservation Program (GYCP) from successfully completing its 42nd summer of “Teens Working for a Greener Greenwich.” Every summer since 1978, GYCP has brought together a diverse group of local 14- and 15-year-olds from neighborhoods throughout Greenwich to experience a first job as they enhance town parks and beaches. GYCP is a public-private “learn and earn” program organized by the Greenwich Departments of Human Services and Parks and Recreation. It gives young teens a summer job — complete with supervisors, co-workers, skills training – while they beautify our town. The COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines made planning this year’s program a little more challenging than usual, however, participants were up to the task. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program
Greenwich Youth Conservation Program Plants Trees at Tod’s Point
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On Tuesday the youth conservation planted five trees at Tod’s Point. The teens receive a $225 stipend for the two week session but largely join for the work experience. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Greenwich Point Park, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program, tod's point
Greenwich Youth Conservation Program Now Accepting Applications for 2018
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This summer the Greenwich Youth Conservation Program is planning to plant 40 trees in honor of GYCP’s 40th anniversary. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Christina Nappi, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program, GYCP
Greenwich Youth Conservation Program Grateful to Greenwich Teen Volunteers
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Remarkably, 110 of the 112 teens who participated in the 2017 Greenwich Youth Conservation Program said they had a positive experience. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Babcock Trails, Bible Street Park, Bruce Park, Byram Beach, Christiano Field, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program, International School at Dundee
At Bible Street, Greenwich Youth Conservation Corps Sponsors are Celebrated
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Sponsors of the Greenwich Youth Conservation Corps had a chance to meet and and chat with teen workers. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Volunteering, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program
Sprucing Up Glenville Green: Greenwich Youth Conservation Program
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Local sponsors of the Greenwich Youth Conservation Program include Garden Catering, McArdle’s and Whole Foods of Greenwich. The Resource Foundation is the GYCP’s title sponsor. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Government, Greenwich Youth Conservation Program
Nurture Your ‘Nature Brain’ at Garden Education Center
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Staycation this August? Garden Education Center is like a vacation in the woods. This Sunday, Aug. 17 is a ‘Nature Brain’ afternoon with kids activities including scavenger hunts and nature crafts. There will also be garden workshops for adults. A family friendly activity! Continue Reading →