The Elizabeth Zimmerman Young Birder Scholarship
The Mountaineer Chapter of the National Audubon Society is proud to provide scholarships to help young people who are interested in birds to attend summer camps, workshops, training programs, conventions, and other bird-related activities. Funds for the scholarships come primarily from the generous donation left by Elizabeth Zimmerman in her estate, as well as donations from Mountaineer Audubon members and fundraising initiatives. Our scholarships help young birders embark on life-changing experiences and go on to discover careers in birding, research, ornithology, and other related fields of study.
Who is Eligible?
Young birders under age eighteen, as well as university students pursuing related fields of study, can apply for financial aid to attend a bird-related summer camp, event, conference, or workshop.relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors.
How to Apply
Your completed application form, essay, and letter of recommendation must be emailed to contact+president@mountaineeraudubon.org, subject: “Elizabeth Zimmerman Scholarship.” Scholarship awardee announcements will be made within 3-4 weeks of receiving your application.
Possible Events
Applications will be considered at any time while funding is available. Scholarship announcements will be made within one month of receiving your application.
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Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia: https://www.accawv.org/events.html
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American Birding Association: https://www.aba.org/camps/
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Audubon Camps: https://www.audubon.org/audubon-camps
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Hog Island Audubon Camp: https://hogisland.audubon.org/programs/camp
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: https://ebird.org/about/young-birders-event
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Georgia Department of Natural Resources: https://georgiawildlife.com/CampTALON
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Rio Diablo Birding Camp: https://wildlife.tamu.edu/birding/rdbc/
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NJ Audubon World Series: https://njaudubon.org/world-series-of-birding/
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Frontiers in Ornithology: https://frontiersinornithology.com/
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Others? If there is an event that is not posted, you are still eligible and encouraged to apply for funding!
Important Dates
Applications will be considered at any time while funding is available. Scholarship announcements will be made within one month of receiving your application.
Questions? Please email us at contact+president@mountaineeraudubon.org
Want to donate?
We are asking our fellow mountaineer Audubon members to contribute to this scholarship fund by making a donation via check to Mountaineer Audubon with funds dedicated to The Elizabeth Zimmerman Young Birder Scholarship. Your contribution will allow young birders to explore their passion for conservation.
Checks can be made out to Mountaineer Chapter of National Audubon and mailed to P.O.BOX 422 MORGANTOWN WV, 26507-0442