Many residents, whether new to the area or employed in other industries, may be unfamiliar with the natural resource-based enterprises upon which the area economy is built. This program was created to help youth better understand natural resource issues and natural resource uses. This year the educational program on forestry and natural resources was targeted toward youth just completing the sixth grade, and all school teachers interested in natural resources. The desired effect was to provide both with a balanced view of the importance and impact of natural resource-based industries on their lives and the environment. The tour is sponsored entirely by monetary contributions from local businesses and industry.
Participants attend at no cost.
The tour is coordinated by the Clearwater County Extension Educator. Achievements To date, more than 3,600 sixth graders have participated in the tour.