It is hoped that in the following year the teachers would present this unit to students in their classes. The training session is slated for the last week of June with the summer camp the following week. It was awarded in January of 1998. This SMET Future Bound camp will begin June 29th and run through July 24th. SNAP grants are awarded by Saint Olaf College.
Schools can apply for small individual projects or a three year nature area project.
In January the expanded team spent three days at Deep Portage Environmental Area planning the FDL Ed. The expanded team came up with a concrete plan to incorporate culture and graduation standards into the nature area. The plan was well documented to insure continuity even if a change in personnel occurs. It is an exciting opportunity for the community, staff and students. Before this time the group was loosely associated and individuals made suggestions to the site coordinator on a more informal basis.