(TILLAMOOK, ORE. 09 AUG. 2023) — Tillamook Coast Visitors Association recently established two annual scholarships at Tillamook Bay Community College for students enrolling in TBCC’s Nature and Outdoors Program. The scholarship, named the “Tillamook Coast Outdoor Program Scholarship,” is $1,000. The deadline for fall applications is Monday, September 4.
“As part of our continuing efforts to support local workforce initiatives, we are thrilled to offer these two scholarships to students seeking training in the nature and outdoor recreation fields,” says Dan Haag, TCVA Trails and Outdoor Recreation Manager.
The scholarships support students who are pursuing a career in the outdoors or in an industry that focuses on the natural environment. TBCC’s Nature and Outdoors Program is perfect for students who want to work with animals, crops, farms and trees.
In the program, TBCC offers several degree options that provide hands-on learning from local experts and educators in the field. These degrees can lead to fulfilling careers in forest biology, silviculture, dendrology, fish and wildlife conservation, research and more. Each of these degrees will also transfer directly to degree programs at Oregon State University.
“We’re excited to create this partnership with TBCC and help train the next generation of outdoor educators,” says Haag.
The spring scholarship cycle at TBCC opened on March 13. For more information on the TCVA scholarships visit http://tbccscholarships.awardspring.com or contact Britta Lawrence at brittalawrence@tillamookbaycc.edu or (503) 842-8222 x1026.
About Visit Tillamook Coast
Tillamook Coast Visitors Association (dba Visit Tillamook Coast) is a destination management organization committed to sustainable tourism principles of community, stewardship and economic vitality. We support the Tillamook Coast through initiatives guided by those principles, including outdoor recreation, accessibility, culinary/agritourism, cultural heritage /arts, community development, natural resources and public safety. For more information, visit www.tillamookcoast.com.