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07 August 2024

First Impressions and Mountain Memories

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…
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06 August 2024

My Experience as a Field Ranger with the Angeles National Forest

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…
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05 August 2024

Fighting Fires Behind the Scenes: Pueblo Interagency Dispatch Center Pueblo Colorado

Hello! My name is Hope Lopez. I currently started my internship with the Forest Service at the Pueblo Interagency Dispatch Center in Pueblo, Colorado. I am loving it! First of all, I am working with…
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03 August 2024

Operation: All Hands on Board

As my term as a Resource Assistant Archaeologist for the Forest Service at Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on an incredibly rewarding and educational experience. From completing our primary…
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02 August 2024

Endangered Species Management

During the first month of my internship, I have felt extremely grateful for the amazing opportunities I have been able to experience. From field work to networking events, I have been able to see the…
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02 August 2024

My Last MANRRS Conference as a Graduate Student

Attending the MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences) conference in Chicago this year was a profound and memorable experience. As a resource assistant with the USDA Forest Service through the Hispanic Access…
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