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Dan Busch Memorial Wildlife Scholarship

"The key to the future of trapping is through education."

What is the Dan Busch Memorial Wildlife Scholarship?: At the annual Wisconsin Trappers Association spring meeting the Selection Committee awards a $500 scholarship to a student pursuing an education in a wildlife related science. Half is paid upon proof of first semester registration and the second half upon proof of second semester registration and evidence of a 3.0 grade point average. The scholarship must be used within one year of being awarded and may be awarded regardless of other scholarships. The application deadline is; March 1st, every year.

Who is eligible?

To be eligible you must:

Intend to pursue a career in a wildlife related science such as biology, botany, natural resources, etc. and not a physical science such as chemistry or physics.
Maintain a 3.0 or B average at time of application.
Plan to attend any accredited four year college or university, a two-year campus which is part of a larger school system or an accredited technical college.
Maintain a minimum of 12 credits per semester
Be truthful, friendly and have a love for nature and a desire to learn more about our living natural resources.

What other things does the Selection Committee consider?: The Selection Committee will consider financial need, work history and extracurricular activities. Preference will also be given to applicants whose parents or guardians have been and are currently active members of the Wisconsin Trappers Association.

Would you like more information?: For an application and more information please contact:

Mike Widner

Scholarship Committee Chairperson

P.O. Box 483

Baraboo, WI 53913