As a Resource Assistant at the Mark Twain National Forest, I always have the opportunity to dive into new and exciting. However, as Recreation Technicians, we still have a responsibility to do our daily tasks, such as picking up unwanted debris in our recreation sites....

Before becoming a Resource Assistant at the Mark Twain National Forest I never set foot in a campground or trail at all. However, since being here and working in the forest, I've learned so much! Hazard Trees and how to spot and evaluate them for...

The forest I'm working in is the Mark Twain National Forest, which is located in the southern half of Missouri. It was founded in 1939 and named after Mark Twain; who is also famous for his short stories and books, such as 'The Adventures of...

Hello Everyone! My name is Chaya Terry! I am a recent graduate of North Carolina A&T State University. I am working as a Recreation Resource Assistant in Potosi, MO, I am a part of the Resource Assistant Program (RAP) with the US Forest Service. I...