Southeast Conservation Corps
Southeast Conservation Corps (SECC), operates conservation service programs throughout the Southeast that focus on meeting the needs of the natural landscapes while empowering people to cultivate compassion, responsibility, and grit through community service, hard work, and environmental stewardship.
Building upon the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps, we are focused on connecting people to the natural environment through conservation-based service learning, personal development, and recreation.
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239,817
Service Hours since 2013 -
1,071
Total Program Participants -
498
Miles of Trails Improved -
142,306
Acres Improved
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Meet Crew #921
Boots on the Ground
Southeast Conservation Corps #921 worked at the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park installing several turnpikes to help mitigate flooding on the trails. Check out the video and meet the crew!
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Wyatt • Boundary Marking Crew #926
Boots on the Ground
"I would recommend this program to people who are looking to experience the outdoors, and people looking for a fulfilling career. Not only does Conservation Legacy equip you with the tools needed to learn, it puts you in a place with others looking to experience life, share what they know, and have a great time bonding with other likeminded individuals.”
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Mel • Leadership Development Crew #912
Boots on the Ground
“The CLDP crew was the most fun I’ve had in a long time. I made some really great friends I’m taking with me beyond the season and had so many great experiences I could fill a book! I’m so proud of all the work we did and all the certifications I got.”
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Alexa • Women's+ Conservation Crew #988
Boots on the Ground
“Highlights of this season have been watching members grow, exploring new skills with the crew, the entire multi-hitch project at Bee Rock Campground and getting to be a part of disaster relieve service project in NYC.”
Our Partners Keep Us Going
Working with the Southeast Conservation Corps is a win-win for all parties involved. The park benefits by getting quality workmanship on projects that benefit our visitors and the environment. The young adults that make up the SECC crews are well disciplined and are eager to work and learn through engagement with the park staff."
-Chris Revels, Park Ranger, Kings Mountain NMP, 2017
