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D2. Park/Forestry Management

Internship for Engineering, Science, Information Management, Journalism, Sociology, Psychology, Marketing, Film an other students.

Having its ultimate missions to protect environment in the SW Florida region and support environmental education efforts of the next generation and thus to bring up thoughtful, engaged citizens that will learn to see the connection between the human activity and the condition of the nature and wildlife around, SDS in cooperation with some community-minded groups and non-profit organizations (Rotary International, SFWMD, City of LaBelle, Hendry County, KIWANIS and CRCA) developed an idea of creating LaBelle Nature Park.

The originality of this project is in its usage, as the LaBelle Nature Park is classified as Community Park (as opposed to a neighborhood or regional park) and is designed for all age groups (as opposed to only serving children, youth, adults, or seniors).

Furthermore its User-oriented and Resource-based approach will provide a unique opportunity not only for ideal family outdoor recreational event but for one having environmental educational component. This educational component will help to increase public understanding of the value and importance of Florida’s natural and cultural resources.

In addition to all this, the LaBelle Nature Park has the potential to be the site of restoration project

to reopen portions of the old river. The current oxbow waterway is open within the park but closed (filled with sediment) behind the lots outside the park. This fact is especially important as it stresses once again that though water-based recreation is important to Florida’s economy and quality of life, many water bodies are unsuitable for recreational use due to pollution.

We are looking for strongly motivated students that will be involved into development and implementing a landscape management plan for a 10-acre community nature park with a focus on:

(1) invasive exotic plants identification and control;
(2) coordination of community group participation in park maintenance and improvement programs;
(3) optimization of multiple landscape zones: wetlands, hardwood hammock; and upland pine flatwoods; and
(4) promote/design recreational programs (tours, brochures, canoe/kayak outpost, etc.).

Essentials:

Do I fit the position?
If you are interested in pursuing your interests in Park/Forestry Management and feel that first hand experience will enhance your career aspirations and provide a solid foundation for your future in the working world; if you want to join a team of professionals and community enthusiasts struggling for bringing changes into current environmental situation, then this internship is the right position for you.

I am interested in this project, when do you recruit students for the program?
Our projects run all year round, so you have an opportunity to apply for any period you wish.

What will I achieve?
If you work hard, you will get a real working experience opening the door to the career you want and equipping you to succeed in it. In particular you will acquire:

Practical skills in park/forestry management and plants identification and control
An understanding of the commercial and social factors that affect implementation of environmental projects and many others

How can I apply and learn more?
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