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By Ammoland Editor Joe Evans

HOUSTON, Texas -(Ammoland.com)- High schoolers across the Lone Star State can learn about the great outdoors in a variety of camps focused on different wildlife species and habitats.

The Texas Brigades is a wildlife- and natural resources-focused leadership development program for high school students ages 13-17.

There are eight different camps with six themes: Bobwhite Brigade, Buckskin Brigade, Bass Brigade, Waterfowl Brigade, Ranch Brigade and Coastal Brigade. During each 5-day camp, participants are introduced to habitat management, hone their communication skills and develop a land ethic.

“If you are interested in biology, conservation, leadership, or just appreciate the outdoors, you should consider applying to one of our camps,” said Jared Laing, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department biologist.

The camps are held on private ranches and at natural resource education and research locations in different areas of the state. In addition to learning animal anatomy and behavior, botany, nutrition, habitat management, population dynamics and more, campers learn valuable leadership skills.

Camp tuition allows Texas Brigades to provide a unique experience for each individual. Financial assistance may be available to assist in covering the $500 tuition.

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Source:: AmmoLand