Fisheries and Conservation

Fisheries and Conservation

By Scot Clark, VetsWork Intern serving with CA Department of Fish and Wildlife in Arcata, CA Since my first day interning with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)  through the Mt. Adams Institute's VetsWork program, I have been immersed in an entirely new world of...

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Opportunities for Growth

Opportunities for Growth

By Valentin Pulido, VetsWork Intern serving with Ottawa National Forest in MI. My name is Valentin Pulido, and I am a Land Survey Tech intern with the Ottawa National Forest (ONF). Having recently obtained a graduate degree, I appreciate the opportunities for further professional growth. These are...

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A Reflection: Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership

A Reflection: Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership

By Carl Cruz, VetsWork Intern serving with Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership in OR. As a Vetworks Intern with the Mt. Adams Institute, I am completing my term with the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership (LCEP) in Portland, Oregon. This role has allowed me to develop greater independence in...

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2025 VetsWork: Ryan Zamonis

2025 VetsWork: Ryan Zamonis

I developed a strong connection to the outdoors early in life, spending much of my time fishing, exploring waterways, and observing natural environments. This interest guided my academic path, leading to a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Science and a Bachelor of Wildlife Ecology...

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2025 VetsWork: Mitchell Martinez

2025 VetsWork: Mitchell Martinez

My name is Mitch Martinez. I was born and raised in Denver Colorado. I’m a big Colorado sports fan. I like to hike and camp there; the state has a lot of really nice spots for recreation. I was in the Air Force for 11 years stationed in New Mexico and Colorado. I’ve had deployments to Kuwait,...

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2025 VetsWork: Sutton Norris

2025 VetsWork: Sutton Norris

My Name is Sutton Norris and I grew up running around the Klamath Basin in southern Oregon, and now I currently reside in Gresham, Oregon. I’ve always been extremely passionate about the outdoors, and I was raised traveling the state to hunt and fish with my father. My list of outdoor obsessions...

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2025 VetsWork: Steve Iannuzzi

2025 VetsWork: Steve Iannuzzi

Hey, I am Steve Iannuzzi, and I grew up and lived in Michigan for pretty much my whole life. I enjoy kayaking, hiking, fishing, playing hockey, golf, disc golf and other activities outside. I enjoy being out in nature. I served in the US Army for 4 years active until I got out in 2018 to pursue a...

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Fisheries and Conservation

Fisheries and Conservation

By Scot Clark, VetsWork Intern serving with CA Department of Fish and Wildlife in Arcata, CA Since my first day interning with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)  through the Mt. Adams Institute's VetsWork program, I have been immersed in an...

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Opportunities for Growth

Opportunities for Growth

By Valentin Pulido, VetsWork Intern serving with Ottawa National Forest in MI. My name is Valentin Pulido, and I am a Land Survey Tech intern with the Ottawa National Forest (ONF). Having recently obtained a graduate degree, I appreciate the opportunities for further...

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