23 August 2021
Predicting the Past
As an archaeologist, most of my work involves piecing together material traces of historical events and past human activities. Some of these material traces are physical objects or artifacts. Others include things like photographs and…
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21 August 2021
Monthly Adventures of a Recreation Technician Pt. 3
The past month has seen me continue to work on more projects outside of San Gabriel Canyon and into different roles besides a Rec Tech. I was able to shadow some of the engineering team,…
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20 August 2021
Working Remotely as an RA for the Cleveland National Forest
With Mid-August marking four months into my six-month Resource Assistants Program with the US Forest Service, I reflect on how far I have come in feeling comfortable working remotely. Starting a new job is nerve-racking…
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20 August 2021
If it is a Native Species, Why is it Still Causing Problems? The Never-ending Saga
Hello everyone! Ready for another update from the Gunnison National Forest? Today, I will start by rewinding a bit. In my last post, there was so much going on that I couldn’t even fit it…
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19 August 2021
There’s Nothing Stronger than the Heart of a Volunteer
Hi everyone! During the last couple of months, I attended multiple volunteer events and got the chance to ask the volunteers why they are participating in these events. Their responses were so inspiring. Some examples…
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19 August 2021
Latino Conservation Week and Tree Thieves
The highlight of my new update this term has been Latino Conservation Week. For Latino Conservation Week, HAF put together an intern camping trip in Los Padres National Forest. Interns from around the area and…
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