by Mt. Adams Institute | Aug 7, 2023 | Field Notes, VetsWork, VW 2023
Alexander Apelis here, a Vetswork intern with the Petersburg Ranger District serving as a Natural Resource Specialist Intern. In this picture, at Duncan Creek Fish Pass on Kupreanof Island NE of Petersburg, AK, I’m seen picking up a 100+ lb boulder that was...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 20, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
I grew up in the city of Billings, MT, where I first started exploring hiking and backpacking with my dad. We spent many summer weekends in the nearby Beartooth Mountains, enduring all kinds of weather while experiencing the powerful solitude of that rugged...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 17, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
What sandy trails and drain dips taught me about life. As my crew walked along the trail, our sights set on a big project about a mile ahead, I noticed a large sandy section through a low point in the trail. As we passed by it, I addressed my confusion regarding...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 17, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
A haiku about my site Green canopy spreads Umatilla’s tranquil grace Nature’s grace thrives Michael anzivino
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 15, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
Though intimidating at first, this field season has started off wonderfully. With this position (Biotech at Conboy Lake National Wildlife Refuge) being my first-ever field job, I knew I had much to learn. And that I have. The focus of Conboy Lake’s conservational...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 14, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
My time working on the Entiat trail crew so far has been some of the most rewarding work I have ever done. Every day, I’m awed at the fact that I’m lucky enough to do work that I love in such beautiful places that many people may never get to see. I have learned so...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 14, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
The Chelan Ranger District is such a unique place to work. Chelan itself is hot and dry with rolling hills typical of Eastern/central Washington, yet when you get on the boat and take a ride uplake into the wilderness; the landscape takes a dramatic change. The...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 14, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
Conboy Lake National Wildlife Refuge features a unique collection of flora and fauna set in a beautiful valley southeast of Mt. Adams. Most notably, the refuge is home to the endangered Oregon Spotted Frog (OSF), Sandhill Cranes, and Mardon Skipper Butterflies. While...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 14, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
Everyone seems to want to know what a typical day in the life of an interpretative ranger on the Mt. Hood National Forest might entail; it is my intense pleasure to tell them I do not ever have a typical day. The flexibility and creativity of my position allows me to...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jul 14, 2023 | Field Notes, Land Stewards, LS 2023
After a few months of routine, I wake up minutes before my first alarm goes off. Rolling out of bed before seven has been tough to adjust to, but that was never my strong suit. Most of my gear was packed the night before, but I put the finishing touches in a hurry:...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 28, 2023 | LS 2023
I grew up in Portland, Oregon, playing baseball, surfing, and hiking. I am a middle child with an older sister who is married and living in Nashville, as well as a younger brother who lives in Philadelphia. My mom’s side of the family resides on the east coast,...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023, VW Display
Recreation Technician on the Mark Twain National Forest
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023, VW Display
Wildlife Tech on Huron Manistee
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023, VW Display
I grew up in Moore, Oklahoma. I enjoy hiking, geocaching, photography, collecting plants, and being able to go places I have never been before. I worked for the Air Force as a Munitions Technician. My education varies in different languages but no degree. I have a son...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023, VW Display
Biological Assistant (Fisheries) on Six Rivers National Forest (NOAA)
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023, VW Display
Forestry Technician (Recreation) on the National Forest in Mississippi
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023
I grew up in West Florida and spent a lot of time in the water. When I wasn’t in the water, I was camping or hiking. I also enjoy hunting and fishing. I spent six years in the Army as a system operator for automated field artillery systems, doing a lot of math and...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023
My name is Austin Lanham. I was born and grew up in Tri-Cities, Washington. I spent most of my youth skateboarding and playing music, and after graduating high school, I started studying and teaching mixed martial arts. I’ve always enjoyed outdoor shooting and...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023
I am Arturo Moreno, and I grew up in Northern New Jersey. In my early 20’s I moved out west where I found the ‘jumping off’ point of my life. I love the ocean and enjoy surfing when I get the time to do it. I’ve been fortunate to paddle out to...
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023
Recreation Operations on Malheur National Forest
by Mt. Adams Institute | Jun 27, 2023 | VW 2023
Forest Stewardship Technician on the King Conservation District
