VetsWork GreenCorps Members
Meet our members from the 2019 season. Due to COVID-19, the 2020 VetsWork GreenCorps program was canceled.
Hover over their photo to learn fun facts and maybe a bit of history you’ll recognize.
Chris Renteria
Military Branch: Army
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"What is most exciting is being able to learn and build camaraderie with fellow veterans, and continuing to serve our country in a new way."
Heather Prior
Military Branch: Coast Guard
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"VetsWork GreenCorps was a perfect foot in the door and great learning experience towards exploring my passion for the outside world."
Jay Harmon
Military Branch: Army
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I enjoy trail-hiking and camping in the Cleveland National Forest."
J.O.
Military Branch: Army
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I grew up in Oregon, spent four years in the Army and have always loved the outdoors."
J.P.
Military Branch: Army
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I hope to get training and expertise out of this experience and to continue to serve communities in need."
Josh Gauiran
Military Branch: Marines
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I was drawn to Mt. Adams Institute’s GreenCorps program to get back into nature and to perform meaningful works of service."
Marcos Mendoza
Military Branch: Air Force
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"The bond and friendship with the Umatilla Vet Crew is an experience I will cherish."
Nathan Schlobohm
Military Branch: Marines
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"My goals are to someday be an elite firefighter such as a smokejumper or on a hotshot crew."
Tyler Harmon
Military Branch: Marines
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"A few of my favorite past times are kayaking, skating, snowboarding, surfing, and camping with my family."