NEWFOUND WATERSHED STEWARDS

LRCC-NLRA- AmeriCorps Program

Newfound Watershed Stewards serve the Newfound Lake community as part of the Lakes Region Conservation Corps, a region-wide AmeriCorps program that serves the community and increases the capacity of conservation non-profits like the Newfound Lake Region Association. Stewards support water quality monitoring efforts, guard against invasive species, reduce and prevent stormwater erosion through innovative landscaping practices, and work with community partners on projects around the watershed.  Watershed stewards are encouraged to use the opportunity to build upon their skills and strengths while exploring their interests and helping the NLRA accomplish their mission to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed . This program is 22.5 weeks long. Stewards receive a weekly living and housing allowance and education award upon successful completion of the program. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the conservation field as well as a meaningful way to serve the community and protect important resources like Newfound Lake.

You can read more about the Lakes Region Conservation Corps on the LRCC Host Site page.

Partners include:

 

 

 

 

Summer LRCC members receive the following over the course of the program:

  • NH Safe Boating certification
  • NH Commercial boating license
  • Wilderness First Aid & CPR certification
  • ​Loan forbearance on qualifying loans
  • Housing Allowance
    • $500 monthly
  • Living allowance (subject to state and federal taxes)
    • $200 weekly, distributed biweekly (before taxes)
  • AmeriCorps Education Award (subject to state and federal taxes)
    • $2,960 upon successful completion of program (minimum of 900 hours)

LRCC members must meet the following qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age by the beginning of the term
  • Able to work independently and with a group
  • Must be covered by health insurance for duration of program
  • Available for duration of the term
  • Must apply online
  • Must pass all certification exams
  • Must meet the Corporation for National Community Service’s minimum requirements:
    • Must clear all required National Service Criminal History Checks
    • Must be a US citizen, US national, or legal permanent resident of the US
    • Must be high school graduates, GED recipients, or must be working toward attaining a high school diploma or GED during their term of service

 

LRCC Partner Organizations