A service learning program for 18 - 30 year olds that combines service learning in the field with expeditionary travel over a period of 8 months and three stages. Science The Canadian Wildlife Federation's Science department focuses much of its attention on the conservation of both marine and land mammals throughout Canada. The main areas of interest for the CWF are: Habitat Stewardship, Freshwater Conservation, Marine Conservation, Endangered Species, and Climate Change. Habitat stewardship The habitat stewardship program focuses primarily on habitat creation and restoration in both rural and urban communities as well as encouraging stewardship for private landowners. Freshwater conservation Canada houses many freshwater sources throughout the country including lakes and rivers, which are responsible for nearly 9% of the global renewable water energy supply. This abundance of freshwater also houses many species of fish, birds, amphibians, insects and other species of wildlife. Research and creating awareness among the public is focused on four main areas: Habitat Protection and Restoration; Aquatic Invasive Species; Conserving Freshwater Wildlife Populations; and Reducing the Impact of Water Pollution on Wildlife. Marine conservation As Canada has a vast coastline (234,000 km), bordered by three oceans, the federation works hard to maintain the health of the marine life. The key areas focused on include: Reducing the impact of Fisheries on Marine Wildlife; Marine Pollution; and Marine Protected Areas. Over fishing is a major area of interest as it is crucial to maintain ample food for marine life that relies on these areas for winter grounds or having their young. Endangered species The Canadian Wildlife Federation implemented an Endangered Species Program to aid in the conservation of threatened species throughout Canada. Extensive research is performed to identify the reason behind the decrease in wildlife population, and the most appropriate method that can be used to ensure the population will increase. The Ministry of Natural Resources and the CWF (along with other organizations) combine their knowledge in order to have unanimous conservation methods between organizations. Other projects include reintroducing threatened species back into their natural habitat to increase population diversity. The CWF also aims to influence government regulations regarding endangered species in order to promote longevity of the species. Climate change Climate change is a global issue that researchers believe will have serious, negative consequences in the future, but its current effect on wildlife is apparent. The adaptations that many species have undergone to adjust to the