Club or organization
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders is a club or organization run by Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy in San Francisco, CA.
- Who can join
- Not posted
- Status
- Opens seasonally
- Season
- School year
- Cost
- Not posted
About the program
A high school leadership program at the Crissy Field Center run since 2001 with the National Park Service and Presidio Trust.
Youth lead projects, teach lessons, coordinate events, take outdoor trips, and serve as ambassadors for their national parks.
Key facts
- Run by
- Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy
- Where
- San Francisco, CA
- Who can join
- Not postedHigh school youth attending San Francisco and Marin public schools
- Commitment
- School year, October to May
- Applications
- Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort were due Friday, October 2 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)Deadline: October 2, 2026 (past deadline; confirm next cycle)
- Cost
- Not posted
- Good fit for
- Biology and Environmental Science, Law and Government
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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| Opportunity | Where | Who can join | Commitment | When to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy LINC Summer High School ProgramsSummer program · Parks and environment | San Francisco, CA | Not posted | SEJI: 3 weeks; SOL: 6 weeks; must attend all program dates | Summer 2026 applications were due Sunday, March 15, 11:59 pm (past window; confirm next cycle) |
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| Grassroots Ecology Youth StewardsVolunteering · Parks and environment | Palo Alto, CA | Not posted | Summer 2026: Wednesdays 9 am-12 pm, June 10 to July 29; attendance at every session not required | Summer 2026 enrollment closed; check back spring 2027 (spring session info in winter) (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability) |
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders?
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy does not post an age rule on the page we read. High school youth attending San Francisco and Marin public schools
How many hours does Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders require?
School year, October to May
When does Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders take applications?
Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort were due Friday, October 2 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability) Deadline: October 2, 2026 (past deadline; confirm next cycle).
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy I-YEL: Inspiring Young Emerging Leaders”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/ggnpc-i-yel.
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