It’s not even August yet and this summer has been one of the most influential, awakening, and educational times of my life. Continue Reading…
As many fields have shut down over recent months, I’ve been lucky to be partnered with a program that has stayed hard at work fulfilling its mission: the Timber program at Shawnee National Forest. Continue Reading…
Hello world,
I am serving as a recreation intern based at the Glacier Ranger District in Girdwood, Alaska for the U.S. Forest Service on the Chugach National Forest. Continue Reading…
Alright, so the last time you guys heard from me I was battling snow for the first time which was no cake walk. Now I long for the days of cold and white while I bake in the sun soaked oven that Hells Canyon turns into during summer. Continue Reading…
Hi my name is Spike. I am an AmeriCorps VetsWork member serving through the Mt Adams Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the connection between people and the natural world. Continue Reading…
“And we’re off!”
Hey there, I am Brandon Mersich an AmeriCorps/Vetswork intern currently relocated from Southern California to Eastern Oregon on the Malheur National Forest. Continue Reading…
The VetsWork program of the Mt. Adams Institute gave me access to several different experiences that I would not have had otherwise. Continue Reading…
Reflection
When I started my journey of finding my way after serving in the Navy at the end of 2016, I had no idea the adventure I embarked on was going to be so developmental in my future career in environmental conservation. Continue Reading…
My internship on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, with the Conasauga Ranger District continues to go very well. Continue Reading…
It amazing to think that this VetsWork program with the Mt. Adams Institute is coming to an end. The experience I have had at Mt. Hood National Forest was completely amazing. I have had an opportunity to learn many new things and I have gained skills that will certainly help me in the future. Continue Reading…
What can the Mt Adams Institute do for you!?! They can put you in a place to succeed! Continue Reading…
This will be my final blog for my internship with the U.S. Forest Service through Mt. Adams Institute. Continue Reading…
Serving through AmeriCorps on the Mark Twain National Forest I have gained numerous experiences and knowledge that I will be able to apply furthermore into a career position with the Forest Service. Continue Reading…
The first photo in the gallery below is taken from one of my favorite sites rich with ecological diversity: Big Lake West Campground located on the McKenzie River Ranger District of the Willamette National Forest in beautiful Oregon. Continue Reading…
In our journey as public land caretakers, it’s easy to get attached to specific areas, as so much of our national forests are beautiful and unique. Continue Reading…