Warrensburg Central Triumphs at Local Envirothon Held at County Fish Hatchery

On May 1, 2024, the Warren County Fish Hatchery hosted the annual 'Envirothon' school science competition, organized by the Warren County Soil & Water Conservation District. The event attracted seventy high school students from six local districts: Warrensburg, North Warren, Johnsburg, Lake George, Prospect School, and Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES. These students participated in environmental science challenges across five topics: wildlife, forestry, aquatic ecology, soil, and renewable energy.

The competition included practical activities in various settings like the woods, the visitor center, and trout ponds. Teams, having prepared through study sessions with Soil & Water Conservation District staff and experts, competed in exams developed by these professionals.

The event also focused on career development and community engagement. Representatives from the Warren County Workforce Development discussed internship and job opportunities with students. Local businesses supported the event by donating prizes such as cruise tickets, sunglasses, and plants.

A notable feature was the barbecue lunch and a talk by Abraham Gadway, a local guide and founder of Adirondack Mountain Outfitters, who discussed environmental management and conservation.

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