Yellowstone Youth Conservation Corps
National Park Service (Yellowstone National Park)
The Yellowstone Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a month-long residential summer program in Yellowstone National Park for youth ages 15-18. Members work on conservation projects such as trail maintenance, fence building and invasive-plant control, camping several nights a week, with weekend recreation like rafting, fishing and hiking. Two summer sessions run from mid-June through mid-August.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 2Register → | Jul 19 – Aug 18, 2026 | 15–18 | See camp website → | Open |
2026 YCC application period is closed (selections made by random method; applicants notified by 2026-04-07 per page)
Availability shown as of Aug 12, 2026.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact National Park Service (Yellowstone National Park) directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★Tony & Tilda MartinezIt’s not open to the public! It’s a youth camp, conservation place
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