Education Initiatives

In many ways every child is born a scientist—exploring their world, leading small experiments, asking questions, searching for answers. That innate curiosity and drive to inquiry is what Rachel Carson, the groundbreaking conservationist and author, called a sense of wonder. “A child’s world is fresh and new and beautiful, full of wonder and excitement.” 

The SAS Scholarship Fund helps a small number of applicants with costs like tuition, conference fees, or other expenses related to conservation education. These funds are available to individuals of any age to help pay for tuition at Audubon camps, local nature camps, naturalist programs, conferences, or other conservation-related activities.

Eco Camps during summer, spring, and winter breaks are available for children ages 7 to 12 through the Seminole County Natural Lands Program. For details and dates visit: Seminole County Natural Lands Eco Camps.

Camps fill quickly, so please apply early. To begin, call or email the Ed and Imogene Yarborough Nature Center to check availability and ask about the scholarship:

nswanson@seminolecountyfl.gov
407-665-2211

Once tentatively registered, complete the Grant Application using the link below and send it to the email provided in the application. If approved, SAS will issue the check to the camp, and your reservation will be confirmed. 

For a Grant Application, click here!

Central Florida Zoo offers programs for ages 6 to 12, and more information can be found at Central Florida Zoo Summer Camp.

For more information, submit a message below with “Grants” in the subject line.

Looking for a speaker for your group? Seminole Audubon Society has members who can provide a presentation on various topics. Our most popular program, “Backyard Bird Identification,” can be customized for any age group.

For more information, or to request a speaker for your group, please send us a message below with “Speaking” in the subject line.