{"id":5631,"date":"2018-11-02T15:26:14","date_gmt":"2018-11-02T15:26:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/?p=5631"},"modified":"2019-03-26T13:32:10","modified_gmt":"2019-03-26T13:32:10","slug":"the-canadian-conservation-corps-a-true-family-affair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/index.php\/en\/the-canadian-conservation-corps-a-true-family-affair\/","title":{"rendered":"The Canadian Conservation Corps \u2014 A True Family Affair"},"content":{"rendered":"

My journey with the Canadian Conservation Corps (CCC) has had no shortage of opportunities and unexpected experiences.<\/h2>\n

I am so grateful!<\/p>\n

This September, I had the opportunity to assist with the co-facilitation of phase one training of group five, better known as The Mountain GOATs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bonding During Service<\/h3>\n

The team had the chance to give back by painting the facility where we were staying, including the outhouse and the deck surrounding the main building. This was a great opportunity for some true teamwork and bonding while helping out the Girl Guides camp.<\/p>\n

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Service Project for the Girl Guides Camp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It was really cool to learn new perspectives and skills surrounding the team building and leadership activities through a facilitation role. I gained a whole new appreciation for how diverse groups and individuals approach different scenarios, challenges and decisions. The most interesting part of my experience was seeing first-hand how the Mountain GOATs were developing their team dynamics and individual presence in the group.<\/p>\n

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Team building activity with the Mountain GOATs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s truly remarkable how young Canadians from across the country with all sorts of backgrounds, experiences, and representation can fuse such a strong bond in such a small time. I guess it goes to show you that a common passion for the outdoors and conservation can bind any group no matter where you come from or who you are.<\/p>\n

Big Brother Jeremy<\/h3>\n

It was such a privilege to meet and get to know everyone from the Mountain GOATs. I was unofficially named Big Brother Jeremy as I came to get to know the Mountain GOATs more as the weeks went on<\/strong>. A moment that stood out for me was when we picked up the Mountain GOATs from their expedition.<\/p>\n

The Outward Bound leaders greeted me with “You must be Jeremy!” Not having met them previously, they came to learn who I was as the Mountain GOATs shared stories from week one. \u00a0This was a heart-warming moment as I learned that my presence and insight had already left a huge, positive impact on this group. I really feel like an honorary Mountain GOAT family member. I left this experience with 12 new friends from across the country and I truly hope our paths cross in the future.<\/p>\n

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Human knot activity<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I am sending all kinds of good vibes to each of the Mountain GOATs as they embark on their phase two placements across Canada. \u00a0I look forward to following their journeys<\/a> and wish them the best along the way.<\/p>\n

The Canadian Conservation Corps Believes in Young Canadians<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s crazy to see this program expand. \u00a0I am so thankful to be part of the CCC program because it invests and believes in young Canadians to build a better Canada. It is such an honour to have met and gained new friends from different groups.<\/p>\n

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Mountain GOAT mascots ready for adventure.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019m looking forward to seeing this program grow and embarking on new experiences with my new role in phase 3 and as a CCC alumni. CCC is a true family affair.<\/p>\n

Learn more about the Canadian Conservation Corps<\/a>.<\/h4>\n

The opinions expressed are those of the participant and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Canadian Wildlife Federation.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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