Natural Resources Pathway

This pathway focuses on the studies and activities relating to the natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement. Students will learn about climate, air, soil, water, land, fish and wildlife, and plant resources; the basic principles of environmental science and natural resources management; and the recreational and economic uses of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.

In-Demand Careers

Conservation Management -$$$

Forestry Worker - $

Greenhouse & Nursery Worker - $

Forestry Supervisor - $$

Agricultural Inspector - $$

Ag Equipment Operator - $

Forest Conservation Tech - $$

Conservation Scientist - $$$

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Salary ranges based on Larimer County Workforce data:     ($) $25k-$49k       ($$) $50k-$74k       ($$$) $75k-$99k       ($$$$) $100k +

Suggested Course Sequence

Create a four-year high school plan aligned with PSD graduation requirements for your school, beginning with the Class of 2029 and beyond.

Level 1 Courses

LEVEL 3 COURSES

FRCC COLORADO WILDLIFE (7916CEFRCC)

5 PSD Science credits, 3 FRCC credits

Offered at: Polaris

Level 4 Courses

WORK-BASED LEARNING: AGRICULTURE (4110)

Variable Elective Credits

  • Capstone Opportunity

Offered at: FCHS, Polaris

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NTHs

Students that complete 4 courses in a pathway & have a 3.0 GPA are eliglible for NTHS

FRCC

Earn an Industry Certification!

Assistant Early Childhood Certificate

PSD Natural Resources Teachers

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Fort Collins High School

Dakota Johnson

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Polaris High School

Sarah Bayer