Returning to Colorado from DC feels bittersweet. I learned a lot from a diverse range of leaders in the National Park Service who are working towards creating more inclusive and diverse spaces within the national parks. I felt the importance of internships like LHIP to...
I didn't know what emerald ash borer was until I got to Valley Forge, but it was one of the first applications I learned within integrated pest management. Emerald ash borer is an insect native to Asia, but an invasive specie to the United States....
This is Ashley (HBCUI). I was the "weak-link" this summer. You can have the drive, but without stamina in the time of climate change working in unshaded meadows, boy do I have a story for you. I learned how to roll with the punches, a saying...
One important skill we learned while working with the Historic American Buildings Survey was the use of Photogrammetry. Photogrammetry is a form of model-making by stitching multiple photos into a program like MetaShape and create a 3D mesh of the model. The plaque we photo...
This past weekend, I was lucky enough to plan a trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park with some of my friends. Although visiting a national park is a regular weekend getaway for some families and individuals, this weekend was a new experience for me....
Back at it again. This time with a movie reference. ATL [2006] film starring Lauren London as “New New”. Haven’t watched this movie since I was a child but I think the gist of her character is that from the outside she was completely different than who...
With beaver pelt during guided walk Hey y'all! Andy (or Andres) checking back in with some great news. That guided walk project that I've been talking about for a while finally happened. It went great! The visitors were really excited to learn all about beavers, eastern hemlock...
Oh wow, what an end to my internship. I am looking back now and that girl that was excited to move to Iowa/Wisconsin, with her cat in her lap, embarking on a 12 hour drive from Tennessee, is now packing up, donating items, and getting...
As I prepare to say goodbye to Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey I've had in the last two years here. This site, so rich in history and natural beauty, has not only deepened my understanding of our nation's...
Some of the things I have learned throughout my time here in Tonto is that nature is very unexpecting. I have been through lots of things in my short amount of time here, but it has taught me a lesson and made me grow as...
The internship has been a new and exciting experience for me. I never spent so much time outside before! My favorite part of the internship was, when I got to see a baby sea turtle.You can ask my friends and family, but I am not...
As the final weeks come even closer and deadlines are crawling towards me, I believe there is still some time to have fun. These last few days within the Everglades have been very fun and adventurous. I have been able to go to Fairchild Botanical...
Hello everyone! It's been a weird month in weather here in the Midwest. Thankfully, I got out during one of the nicer days. My friends and I went during a day off to explore some beautiful Wisconsin places. First we went to a lavender farm,...
My summer in Death Valley has been one that I will truly never forget. I feel that I have grown in every aspect of my life. Professionally, I have learned so much from my supervisor, my project, and my coworkers. The work experience that I feel...
Hello Blog Community, I want to share various updates from my time at Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. Last week, I returned from a trip to Spain to attend my Bachelor’s graduation. I really enjoyed spending time touring my family and sharing with them neighborhoods,...
After 2 months in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP), I have learned so much about so many different things. I’ve learned about wildfires in Colorado, the nationwide Dragonfly Mercury Project, boreal toads, and most recently about butterflies. Stephanie, who is a long-term researcher, has been...
Hello everyone! Good day! I am super excited to write another blog and share with you all about one of my most memorable moments during my time at First Ladies (FILA). Throughout this internship, my primary duty was representing FILA at community engagement events, both...
My favorite part of the internship was the amazing team I got to work with. Each person taught me valuable lessons that I will carry with me wherever I go. I expected a typical job, but this experience exceeded my expectations in the best way...
As I look back on my time with the Latino Heritage Internship Program at Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, it's hard to pick just one favorite part. This internship has been full of different experiences, learning moments, and personal growth. If I had to choose one...
In the heartwarming Pixar film "Cars," Radiator Springs embodies more than just a backdrop for Lightning McQueen's journey—it serves as a poignant metaphor for the economic struggles and resilience of small-town America. As we follow Lightning's adventures, we witness how this once-thriving town, bypassed by...