by: Tyler Paul; crew leader 2017 The Wyoming Conservation Corps is a program that has enlightened me on the potential of conserving the environment in my state and in my community. It has helped me realize all the opportunities to be involved in various community service activities as well as provided optimal learning opportunities in … Continue reading AmeriCorps Experience #8
AmeriCorps Experience #7
by: Tyler Carroll; crewmember 2016, crew leader 2017 During my time working with the Wyoming Conservation Corps, last summer and this winter/spring, I’ve been able to better understand my life ambitions while learning new ways to effectively work and lead in the outdoors. Having the opportunity to travel the state and work on various conservation … Continue reading AmeriCorps Experience #7
AmeriCorps Experience #5
by: Madeline Onstott; Crewmember 2016, Crew Leader 2017 Working for the Wyoming Conservation Corps, an AmeriCorps program, has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. I served as a crewmember last summer and enjoyed it so much I wanted to be a crew leader for this season. Although I do not recall … Continue reading AmeriCorps Experience #5
AmeriCorps Experience #4
by Larissa Siirila; Crew Leader 2017 My name is Larissa Siirila and this year is my first time working for an Americorps organization. I was drawn to the Wyoming Conservation Corps in part because of its mission to aid in conservation efforts throughout the state, but mostly because the WCC provided the opportunity to work … Continue reading AmeriCorps Experience #4
AmeriCorps Experience #2
by Dillon Levi; crew member 2011 & 2012, crew leader 2017 AmeriCorps has been an exceptional opportunity for me to see my state and to leave with it something that will last longer than my lifetime. I can still remember the first time I saw Casper Mountain and the Bridal trail that climbs it when … Continue reading AmeriCorps Experience #2
AmeriCorps Experience #1
by Claire Heidel; crew member 2016, crew leader 2017 My first experience working with for Americorps was last summer as a crew member (2016) in the Wyoming Conservation Corp (WCC). What sparked my interest in joining WCC was the fact that it allowed me to become a part of something bigger than myself. I accomplished … Continue reading AmeriCorps Experience #1
Hitch 8, 2016
Fall Crew - Fence line near Etna, Wyoming, September, 5 - 10 - Working with Wyoming Game and Fish and US Forest Service, this crew headed to the fence line from Dry Creek to Wolfley Canyon. Jason tracked their progress on his GPS to find out the team cut, cleared, and repaired 7 miles of … Continue reading Hitch 8, 2016
Hitch 6, 2016
Crew 1/Long Hair Don't Care - BLM lands near Buffalo, WY, August 8-17 - Crew 1 headed to the wild BLM lands East of Buffalo to work on removing old barbwire fence that was rusting and causing problems for wildlife. Long Hair Don't Care worked through miles of fence removal and two miles of clearing … Continue reading Hitch 6, 2016
New Program – Wyoming Veterans Trail Crew
The Wyoming Conservation Corps is proud to report our new military veterans program, Wyoming Veterans Trail Crew (WyVTC). The University of Wyoming released this report: New Trail Crew Program to Benefit Wyoming Veterans August 2, 2016 — A new Wyoming Veterans Trail Crew (WyVTC) will begin in 2017 as part of the Wyoming Conservation Corps … Continue reading New Program – Wyoming Veterans Trail Crew
Hitch 5, 2016
Crew 1/Long Hair Don't Care, Greys River District, Bridger-Teton National Forest, July 25 - August 3 - Crew 1 was in one of the most beautiful parts of Wyoming near the Greys River outside of Alpine. Most of the work involved buck and rail fencing enclosures to keep the cattle away from the water and … Continue reading Hitch 5, 2016
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