Geauga students can get aid for Camp Canopy

The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District announced it will offer scholarship funding for the 2019 Camp Canopy, taking place June 9-14 at FFA Camp Muskingum in Carroll County.

Founded in 1950 and formerly known as Ohio Forestry & Wildlife Conservation Camp, Camp Canopy is where high school students go to discover forestry, wildlife, and adventure, according to a news release. Camp Canopy offers challenges along with relevant forestry issues and research.

This weeklong camp is open to incoming high school freshmen through graduating seniors.

Applicants must be a current Geauga County resident and enrolled in high school at the time of camp. Students who have completed eighth grade through seniors graduating this year are welcome to apply.

Applicants must complete the Geauga SWCD Scholarship Application form, including the short essay, and submit documents to the district by 3 p.m. on April 1.

For more information and the scholarship application, visit geaugaswcd. com or call 440-834-1122.