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Mt. Adams Institute provides programs that strengthen the connection between people and the natural world through education, service, career development & research.

VetsWork

VetsWork is an eleven month career development internship program for military veterans in the natural resources management, public lands, and environment sector.

Sense of Place

Sense of Place features speakers with unique knowledge of the Columbia River Gorge. These stories deepen our understanding and connection to nature and each other.

Land Stewards

Land Stewards is a career development program for young adults, ages 21-30, interested in learning more about public lands and natural resources management.

Summer Camp

Our Summer Camp is a place-based outdoor science education opportunity for youth curious about exploring and understanding the natural world.

Lodging

Join us at Base Camp, our facility in Trout Lake, Washington, adjacent to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

 

Latest News

An Otherworldly Interview with a Pacific Lamprey

In this unique Field Notes entry, Heriverto “Eddy” Colado stages an unforgettable โ€œinterviewโ€ with a lamprey about his encounter with a human researcher in the field, blending storytelling and research in a way only he can and giving a voice to one of the Columbia Riverโ€™s most ancient inhabitants. Paired with a dramatic video set to Hans Zimmerโ€™s “Cornfield Chase,” Eddyโ€™s work is sure to captivate your curiosity and expand your perspective on these incredible creatures.

Channeling the Stories of the Local Watershed

What is this Watershed Rock Opera, anyways?! Read about it in, Channeling the Stories of the Local...

Finding the Common Thread

The most recent edition of The Gorge Magazine featured a look back at 15-years of Sense of Place...

Sense of Place Presents: “More Than Skinnies & Singletrack โ€“ A History of Mountain Biking in Post Canyon”

Join Gary Paasch, Arthur Babitz, and Doug Thiesies as they re-introduce us to Post Canyon and share what it took for a community, a sport, and a forest, to try and co-exist.

Watch Consider This: Stories of the Hood River Watershed

What has pears, wastewater wizards, rare carnivores, and music all wrapped up in one place?! The...

Questions?

If you have questions about our opportunities, please contact us.

Thank you.

 

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Calling All Veterans! Start Your Alaskan Adventure in 2025 ๐ŸŒฒ 

Looking for a meaningful opportunity to explore Alaskaโ€™s breathtaking wilderness while developing your career in public lands management? The @the_tongass National Forest is calling YOU!

Weโ€™re recruiting for a Facilities Maintenance Technician as part of our VetsWork program. This position is based in Sitka, Alaska, a vibrant community nestled in the temperate rainforest on Baranof Island.

What Youโ€™ll Do:
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Maintain and repair Forest Service buildings, recreation sites, and signage.
๐Ÿ‘ทโ€โ™‚๏ธ Engage in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and groundskeeping.
๐ŸŒฟ Gain cross-training experience in trails, fisheries, and natural resource programs.
๐ŸŒ… Serve in one of the most scenic and remote areas in the U.S.!

Why Join VetsWork?
๐Ÿค‘ $22,500 living allowance + $800/month housing stipend.
๐ŸŽ“ $7,395 education award upon completion of service.
๐Ÿจ Loan forbearance, healthcare, and childcare reimbursement.
๐ŸŒŽ Professional training, networking, and mentorship opportunities.
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ G.I. Bill-eligible program benefits.

Why Sitka?
๐Ÿšฒ Live in a bike- and walk-friendly community.
โ›บ Enjoy a remote peaceful setting ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
๐ŸŒฒ Experience the Tongass National Forest, the nation's largest national forest and the largest temperate rainforest in the U.S.
๐ŸŒŠ Explore Alaskaโ€™s unparalleled natural beautyโ€” incredible scenery, countless hiking trails, natural hot springs, fishing opportunities, and ocean views!
๐Ÿก Bunkhouse housing available with shared spaces, free laundry, and stunning surroundings.

Start Your Adventure: March 17, 2025

Apply Now: https://mtadamsinstitute.org/vetswork/#vw-open-intern

This is your chance to make an impact while discovering all that Alaska has to offer. Apply today and let Sitka be your next adventure!

#VetsWork #MtAdamsInstitute #AmeriCorps #VeteransInAction #TongassNationalForest #SitkaAlaska #CareerInConservation
Your Adventure Starts Here! 
We're excited to announce a new Recreation Technician AmeriCorps Internship in Quinault, WA, for young adults age 21-30 (35 for Veterans) hosted by the U.S. Forest Service in the stunning Olympic National Forest! ๐ŸŒฒ 

What Youโ€™ll Do:

๐ŸŒณ Maintain campgrounds, trails, and recreation sites in a temperate rainforest 
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Work on trail brushing, kiosk repairs, and signage updates 
๐Ÿ˜„ Provide visitor information and support youth crews 

Why Apply?

๐ŸŽ“ $11,250 living allowance + $3,697 education award
๐Ÿก $400/month housing stipend + optional bunkhouse with gym access
๐Ÿ’ช Unique training, mentorship, and career development
๐ŸŒฟ Opportunities to participate in timber, wildlife surveys, botany, and more may be available!
โ›บ A chance to live and work in one of the most beautiful and remote areas in the Pacific Northwest

Whatโ€™s Special About Quinault?

๐ŸŒŠ Located in the lush Quinault Valley, boasting old-growth forests and ocean beaches just 40 minutes away 
๐Ÿฅพ Part of the National Recreation Trail network with over 12 interconnected trails 
๐ŸŒ… A remote, peaceful setting ideal for outdoor enthusiasts 

Apply Today!
This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact while exploring a stunning landscape. Check out this position and other internship opportunities here: https://mtadamsinstitute.org/land-stewards/#ls-open-intern

#MtAdamsInstitute #LandStewards #AmeriCorps #OlympicNationalForest #RecreationTechnician #OutdoorJobs #ConservationCareers
๐ŸŽ„โœจ Happy Holidays from Mt. Adams Institute! 

As the year comes to a close, our team is taking a  break to rest, reflect, and recharge. We'll be out of the office this week, but weโ€™ll be back and ready to connect with you in the new year!

Thank you for supporting our mission to connect people to the natural world. Weโ€™re so grateful for our partners, interns, staff, and supporters for making 2024 a year of positive impact and growth for Veterans, youth, and our public lands.

๐ŸŒŸ Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to the new year! 

#HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2024 #ThankYou #MtAdamsInstitute
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Your gift to Mt. Adams Institute directly impacts people and landscapes both locally and nationally. Help veterans, youth, and communities across the Gorge find purpose and connection through our programs.

There are only a few days left to donate and help us make a difference that truly mattersโ€”donate by December 31! 

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