It’s difficult for me to know where to begin when I think about the refuge and this incredible opportunity to serve the BIPOC community as an Urban Community Engagement Fellow!

After graduating from university, I had no idea where life would take me. I hoped to end up somewhere surrounded by glorious views, exceptional wildlife, and wonderful people. The Mono Project through the Hispanic Access…

My first month as a field ranger with the USDA Forest Service has been incredibly rewarding. Throughout the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains, I’ve been constantly inspired by the career paths and experiences…

Dressing up like Woodsy Owl wasn’t part of the job description but someone has to do it. For National Forest weekend, the field ranger crew plus some volunteers hosted a mini festival that connected people…

As my time as a Field Ranger comes to a close, I have reflected on my time working with the US Forest Service, National Forest Foundation, and Hispanic Access Foundation. A week from now, I…

Hi everyone, I am back for my 5th update of Life at the Modoc. I have now 8 months into the assistantship. The past two months have been busy between conducting field visits for inspections…