Youth Service Opportunities

The Boise WaterShed has many opportunities for kids to be involved in keeping our water clean. Check out the list of activities below:
  • Summer Green Teens Program
    Are you a motivated teen with an interest in teaching kids about environmental issues?  Then the Boise WaterShed is a great place for you to learn and serve this summer!  

    Can you commit to the following?
    • 100 hours of service, two days a week between June 14 and August 21
    • WaterShed Weekends on June 18/19 and July 16/17
    • One weekend event in August (8/7, 8/14 or 8/21)
    • Completing one project to present to the public by July 16

    Then the Boise WaterShed Environmental Education Center's Green Teen Program is right for YOU!

    In return for your service, you will receive a letter of recommendation and certificate of completion as well as a free rafting trip on the Boise River on Monday July 26th! 

    To apply submit the complete packet to the Boise WaterShed Environmental Education Center.  Incomplete applications cannot be reviewed.  Applications are accepted, reviewed and evaluated on a rolling basis.  Selected applicants will be invited for a personal interview with staff.

  • Watershed Patch Project
    Join EPA’s Watershed Patch Project! Get your school, science club, or your community organization involved in watershed activities. Through hands-on activities and community projects earn a certificate as a Watershed Wizard, River Rookie, Conservation Captain, or Aquifer Ace.

  • Eddy's Fin Club
    Join Eddy's Fin Club! It's fun and it's easy ... just complete a few fun environmental activities and become an honorary member of the club! Learn about ways you can help protect water quality in the Treasure Valley and be a Water Hero! After successfully completing the selected activities, participants will receive a cool award package! To get started, just download the Eddy's Fin Club brochure and you will be on your way! Good luck and have fun.

  • Service Learning
    Groups looking for an experience that develops community stewardship and civic action may choose from a variety of suggested service learning projects. Contact our Environmental Educator for more information. We will work with you to find a project that fits your interests.  Possible projects include:
  • Scouts
    The Boise WaterShed has programs available to assist Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in meeting badge requirements. Girl Scouts can check out the EPA Water Drop Patch Project for information and then contact the Boise WaterShed to get started.