17 November 2023
The Pine Ridge Trail
The trail I have spent the most time on in my district is the Pine Ridge Trail. It is a non-motorized trail that stretches about 43 miles from one side of our district to the…
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17 November 2023
Learning through Professional Development
One of the great benefits of working in an internship with MANO and the National Park Service are all the great professional development opportunities! These past few months I’ve been able to participate in some…
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16 November 2023
First Blog Post
First Blog post! As the new Communications and Graphics Fellow at the National Park Service Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance, I've had an incredibly warm welcome to the team. My first adventure took me to…
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14 November 2023
Bridging Traditions and Conservation: The Sacred Hala Groves of Niuliʻi
The hala groves of Nuiliʻi stand as a dynamic example of the fusion of indigenous practices with conservation initiatives. In this rich tapestry of history, our hana (work) day unfolds with the rhythmic cadence of…
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14 November 2023
Embracing the Work Ahead
With one month down since the start of my internship, I have already been exposed to a lot of new experiences. In the place I grew up, I had minimal opportunities to visit natural parks…
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09 November 2023
Update On My Journey
In my current position, I work with the infrastructure management division. While I love the work that I do, I have been curious about what kind of work other positions in the fish and wildlife…
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