2006 Sixth Grade Forestry Tour just around the corner

The 45th annual Sixth Grade Forestry Tour will be held July 11-13.

Clearwater County sixth graders get a first-hand look at many aspects of forest resources during the three-day tour. Over 40 area businesses, organizations and agencies sponsor the event enabling sixth graders to attend at no cost. Teen leaders and adult chaperones accompany the students, as well as forestry, soil, water quality, wildlife, and University of Idaho Cooperative Extension professionals.

This year's event promises a fun-filled three days and two nights for area youth. Any teens, eighth grade and older, who like to work with youth and enjoy natural resources, are eligible to apply as teen leaders. Adults who are interested in the tour are encouraged to attend as chaperones. Any eligible student whether public, home or private schooled, who has not registered for the tour would like to do so, should call the Extension Office as soon as possible at 476-4434.

All registered students and teen leaders will receive specific instructions in the mail on assembly places and times, things to bring, and other important tour details.

Special note: School teachers can receive credits through the University of Idaho for attending the tour. Call Randy Brooks at the UI Clearwater County Extension Office 476-4434 to ask questions or become involved.