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Minnesota youth programs pitch hands‑on environmental education, job training and access to nature
Summary
A cluster of nonprofit presenters told LCCMR about summer and year‑round youth programs that pair job training with environmental stewardship — including Urban Roots (St. Paul), Youth EcoSolutions (Spicer), Urban Boat Builders (Twin Cities) and others — seeking operating and program support.
Several Minnesota nonprofits presented on June 27 about youth‑centered environmental programs that combine job training, nature access and hands‑on skills.
Haley Ball and David Woods described Urban Roots’ East Side of Saint Paul internship program, which hires young people (ages roughly 14–24) for market gardening, conservation and cook‑fresh programs. Urban Roots said it hires 90 youth in summer (45 continue in the academic year), provides progressive leadership pathways and pays interns for work; staff noted transportation supports such as bus…
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