YV4C Photography & Conservation Storytelling
Learn how powerful images can tell conservation stories. The Dane County Parks Staff Photographer will guide participants through the basics of lighting, framing, and visual storytelling.
Youth are invited to practice their new skills at the Dane County Parks Earth Day Celebration on Wednesday, April 22. The top photo from the Earth Day event will win Dane County Parks swag and may be featured on our website and social media.
Can’t attend on April 22? No problem. Youth may submit nature- or conservation-themed photos taken independently between April 19–27 at a Dane County Park or natural area. More details and submission guidelines will be shared at the April 19 workshop.
Date/Time:
- April 19, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm.
Location:
- Lussier Family Heritage Center. Heritage Room 3101 Lake Farm Rd, Madison, 53711. The Heritage Room is the large room on the right when you enter the Heritage Center.
How to Prepare
Have Completed:
- Please complete a youth volunteer application and create an account on MyImpact. YV4C volunteers ages 18-21 should complete the adult application instead
- If you already have an account, please login in the top right corner of this page and scroll all the way to the bottom to sign up.
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Background Check: All volunteers must complete and pass a background check. To give permission, please log in to your MyImpact account. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent/guardian provide consent.
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Behavior and Conduct Policy: This will be provided on your first volunteer day. Please read and sign the agreement at that time.
What to Know:
- In case of cancellation, a notification will be made via email and/or phone to participants who have signed up.
- No experience is needed. Training provided.
- Must be comfortable with traversing uneven terrain
What to Wear & Bring:
- Please dress for the weather.
- Bring a water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
- Please bring your phone or a personal camera if you have one. If you need access to a camera, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help.
Questions?
- Grace Coleman, Youth Conservation Coordinator: Dane County Parks
- (608) 228-2590 parksvolunteer@danecounty.gov
