09 September 2024
My incredible year as an Urban Community Engagement Fellow
As I approach my final days as an Urban Community Engagement fellow, I have had time to reflect on my accomplishments at the refuge where I am stationed. Juggling a 40-hour work week into my…
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11 May 2024
Jam Packed Months
The past few months at the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge have been filled with excitement! There has been no limit to enthusiasm and involvement with the jam-packed schedule of events and activities. The…
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07 March 2024
Goodbye Invasives
As my final month draws to a close, I'm thrilled with the positive impact I've made in the community. So much so that I've requested a six-month extension. Wearing the big blue goose with pride,…
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03 February 2024
second blog post: The world breathes on volunteers
In my fourth month as an Urban Community Engagement Fellow, the journey has been nothing short of transformative. The birth of whole new experiences, from doing refuge cleanups to participating in collaborative events like the…
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17 December 2023
Same city different communities
Two months into my internship, I've embarked on countless exciting journeys that have allowed me to explore my passion for nature in a completely new way. Growing up, I spent much time wandering through the…
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