15 February 2024
Behind the Scenes: Exploring Patuxent National Wildlife Refuge
In the second week of January, I had the incredible opportunity to join my region's Facility Management Coordinator in conducting a Comprehensive Condition Assessment at the Patuxent National Wildlife Refuge. This experience was not only…
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14 February 2024
Michael Moreno: Paving Collaborative Opportunities in the Federal Government
Michael (Mike) Moreno grew up in a small town near Long Island, New York. Half Italian, and half Puerto Rican, Mike felt early in his life the need to connect with his Hispanic heritage and…
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14 February 2024
Building Connections and Making a Difference
I’m sure most of us in the field of conservation know how important building connections and our network can be. However, I didn’t know the extent of just how important that might be until I…
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12 February 2024
BALTIMORE BANNER: Commentary: We can protect communities most at risk from flooding
As Chesapeake Bay sea levels rise, some areas, and the Latino community, could be disproportionately affected Growing up in the Los Angeles area, the coastal allure was an integral part of my childhood. Then adulthood…
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09 February 2024
All the W’s: Winter, Wildlife, & Wellness
Hello readers, today marks two months of my journey here at ElDorado Canyon State Park and while reflecting on this time, I feel nothing but gratitude for this opportunity and community that I have become…
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07 February 2024
Hispanic Access’ Statement on the EPA’s New Air Pollution Standard
On February 7, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced tighter regulations for National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for Particulate Matter (PM 2.5), also known as soot pollution. In response to this air…
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