Overview of the Pinecrest Lake. Donell's Dam. Furry friend. Here are my highlights of my unexpected adventures: When you go out patrolling around the Stanislaus National Forest you never know what kind of views you may get. Whether you go out on foot or OHV riding this is...

This forest is a hidden gem in NorCal about 898,000 acres! Created on February 22, 1897, being one of the oldest National Forest. It is between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park. Also, about two hours from San Francisco. Location: Donnells Dam Back before it became...

Three girls reeling in Rainbow Trouts. Some days you can be volunteering for programs in your forest, or you can be out on the field making sure the public is respecting the natural resources. Button station. One of my favorite programs held was the Fishing for Small...

Stanislaus National Forest. Keeping track of trash collected. Out patrolling. When I first read about this internship opportunity, I had no idea that the US Forest Service had Law Enforcement Officers (LEO's). Not knowing where this journey would take me, I'm glad I took the chance. Since the...

Group picture with all interns. Hi everyone it's Bri again! I would like to share my amazing experience on the trip to Monterey, California where I got to meet other interns. Environment for the Americas planned a trip for all interns including myself to engage with...

Truck field with trash from the grow site. Hi everyone! My name is Briana Obregon and my pronouns are she/her. I’m a Law Enforcement Intern through the Resource Assistant Program (RAP) in partnership with the US Forest Service and Environment for the Americas at Stanislaus National Forest.  Hanging...