VetsWork

2024 VetsWork: Valentin Pulido

I grew up in South Florida where I took to marketing and media production at a very young age. I workedas an Aviation Electrician upon enlisting in the Navy. While the work was rewarding, I had a particularliking to photography and eventually studied graphic design. I...
2024 VetsWork: Joshua Leventhal

2024 VetsWork: Joshua Leventhal

I grew up in Salem, Oregon, with my brother, mother, and stepfather. I lived in Salem until I joined the U.S. Navy, where I served as a Hospital Corpsman (Medic) for eight years in various locales/environments. Most of that time was spent with the U. S. Marine Corps, attached to multiple infantry...

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2024 VetsWork: Deonza Mohamed

2024 VetsWork: Deonza Mohamed

My name is Deonza Mohamed. I was born and raised in California. I am a U.S. Navy Veteran with 16 years of military service. My main job while serving was satellite communications. I am a lifelong university professional currently working on my fifth college degree in Biological Sciences. I am...

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2024 VetsWork: Sean West

2024 VetsWork: Sean West

Hello, my name is Sean West. My mother instilled an appreciation for the outdoors and our public lands when I was growing up. From rock climbing, mountain biking, and hiking, to a simple overnight car camping trip, we eagerly explored the Midwest, where I was raised. When I entered the Air Force...

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2024 VetsWork: Joshua Leventhal

2024 VetsWork: Joshua Leventhal

I grew up in Salem, Oregon, with my brother, mother, and stepfather. I lived in Salem until I joined the U.S. Navy, where I served as a Hospital Corpsman (Medic) for eight years in various locales/environments. Most of that time was spent with the U. S. Marine Corps,...

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2024 VetsWork: Deonza Mohamed

2024 VetsWork: Deonza Mohamed

My name is Deonza Mohamed. I was born and raised in California. I am a U.S. Navy Veteran with 16 years of military service. My main job while serving was satellite communications. I am a lifelong university professional currently working on my fifth college degree in...

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2024 VetsWork: Sean West

2024 VetsWork: Sean West

Hello, my name is Sean West. My mother instilled an appreciation for the outdoors and our public lands when I was growing up. From rock climbing, mountain biking, and hiking, to a simple overnight car camping trip, we eagerly explored the Midwest, where I was raised....

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Sense Of Place

Sense of Place Pop-Up: Bingen Centennial Gameshow!

Join us Saturday, September 14th, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM at The Bingen Theater to learn about the historic feuds, present-day heroes, and paranormal encounters that make this place special.

The Watershed Rock Opera

The Watershed Rock Opera

To Celebrate 15 years of Sense of Place we present… “THE GREATEST ROCK OPERA EVER PRODUCED ABOUT A WATERSHED*” 

Coming to Hood River, Oregon in April of 2025.

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The Watershed Rock Opera

The Watershed Rock Opera

To Celebrate 15 years of Sense of Place we present… “THE GREATEST ROCK OPERA EVER PRODUCED ABOUT A WATERSHED*” 

Coming to Hood River, Oregon in April of 2025.

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Land Stewards

2023 Land Stewards Field Note: Sienne Krulis

I have thoroughly enjoyed my AmeriCorps service term with MAI and USFWS. This has further affirmed my desire to work for USFWS later on in my career. While I don’t feel like a full-time USFWS position is directly next in the cards for me, I am grateful to learn of...
2024 Land Stewards: Autumn Youngberg

2024 Land Stewards: Autumn Youngberg

I grew up in a rural area and spent most of my childhood outdoors. Family camping and hiking trips were a central experience for me growing up. I received my degree in Anthropology, and worked indoors for a long time. I missed the outdoors and had to get back out there! I chose this internship to...

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2024 Land Stewards: JonLuke Mowell

2024 Land Stewards: JonLuke Mowell

Hey y’all! My names JonLuke Mowell and I’m from Myersville, Maryland. My love for nature begins with my home and childhood; my surroundings were farm fields mixing with the Appalachian Mountains. This landscape became the backdrop for my passion in many different outdoor activities. By high...

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2024 Land Stewards: Sophia Mosbrucker

2024 Land Stewards: Sophia Mosbrucker

I grew up in Spokane, Washington in a tight-knit family, all with a love for the outdoors. Living in Spokane gave me a lot of access to outdoor recreation; I grew up Nordic skiing, hiking, kayaking, fishing, and so much more. I've always found being outdoors grounds and fulfils me. I am extremely...

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2024 Land Stewards: Autumn Youngberg

2024 Land Stewards: Autumn Youngberg

I grew up in a rural area and spent most of my childhood outdoors. Family camping and hiking trips were a central experience for me growing up. I received my degree in Anthropology, and worked indoors for a long time. I missed the outdoors and had to get back out...

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