The mission of SEEK is to increase student environmental literacy through hands-on and field-based educational experiences, to inspire student interest and involvement in environmental conservation and protection; and to promote student development of environmental stewardship ethics as well as environmental career opportunities.

Save the Earth’s Environment through Knowledge (SEEK) is an annual four-day environmental conference for high school students, sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs held in the summer. The SEEK conference focuses on student initiative, leadership, and today’s critical environmental issues:

 climate change, energy conservation, alternative energy, and sustainability

 water quality and quantity (water pollution and water conservation)

 Loss of wildlife habitat due to deforestation and development 

Some of the activities planned are field excursions and experiential activities at labs. Students will have the opportunity to visit one of the area’s best springs and will have a nature hike and scavenger hunt built around understanding the role of native flora and fauna. We have also received a generous donation by the Florida Wildflower Foundation and we will be exploring the role of wildflowers in our ecosystem. In addition, students will interact with current undergrad and grad students and explore environmental science careers and offerings in college.

Facilities: Dorm rooms with four attendees per two rooms sharing a private bathroom. A “what to pack” will be sent at time of final registration acceptance. Meals and transportation to activities will be provided. Presentations will be at various locations.

See current flyer for more details and location.