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Does your agency/organization have a high priority conservation project to complete?
Wisconsin Conservation Corps can provide crew services to municipalities, agencies, tribes, and non-profit organizations in need of conservation solutions.
WCC crews are trained and equipped to take on a variety of conservation projects such trail construction & maintenance, habitat restoration, and invasive species management.
Wisconsin Conservation Corps Provides:
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2 Crew Leaders & 3-4 Crew members
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Basic tools (trail, carpentry, and forestry)
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Power tools (chainsaws & brushsaws)
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Crew Management
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Transportation (vehicle, gasoline, etc.)
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Insurance (liability and worker’s compensation)
You provide:
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Project materials (lumber, herbicide, etc.)
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Specialized equipment required for the project
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Technical support as needed
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Overall guidance of the project (a minimum of two visits per week)
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Funding to cover 75% of the total cost of the crew
How much does it cost to hire a Wisconsin Conservation Corps crew?
For each project, we ask that a funding be provided to cover a portion of the total crew cost in exchange for the field services. Cost-shares range from $6,500 -$7,000 per week of fieldwork.
Wisconsin Conservation Corps can partner with project sponsors to apply for a variety of grants and other funding, which can help cover both the crew and material costs of your project.
