This week’s blog is a guest post written by Nathan C., a Drummers and Gobblers alumni. Nathan is currently studying engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. Now and in the future, he hopes to work with others to create more sustainable technologies and perspectives. Whether that be in photovoltaic cell manufacturing, vertical farming, energy storage development, or something else ultimately remains to be determined. Nathan enjoys fishing, gardening, cardio, and taking naps. He came to the WLA first as a student and then twice as a volunteer to get closer to that which I hope to help preserve.
This week’s blog was written by Jacob K., a Gobblers alumni. Jacob is a rising junior at West Virginia University. He is currently pursuing a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources with a focus on wildlife. Jacob plans on becoming a wildlife biologist and hopefully studying owls in the near future. He wanted to attend the academy because he had always wanted to take a deeper dive into
This week’s blog was written by Danielle G., a Bass alumni. Danielle attended the Bass field school because she loves the outdoors. Danielle plans to go to a four-year college for Political Science or International Relations and Security.
This week’s blog was written by Ruth S., an Ursids alumni. Ruth would like to pursue a career in law. She attended the academy because she was looking for an opportunity to strengthen her leadership skills.
This week’s blog was written by Allie F., a Bucktails alumni. Allie is a high school sophomore who plans to pursue a career in medicine. She decided to attend the Wildlife Leadership Academy due to her interest in biology and nature. In her spare time, she enjoys music, dance, and hunting.
Tag: outdoors
Not Your Grandma’s Composter
Posted: July 19, 2022 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog is a guest post written by Nathan C., a Drummers and Gobblers alumni. Nathan is currently studying engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. Now and in the future, he hopes to work with others to create more sustainable technologies and perspectives. Whether that be in photovoltaic cell manufacturing, vertical farming, energy storage development, or something else ultimately remains to be determined. Nathan enjoys fishing, gardening, cardio, and taking naps. He came to the WLA first as a student and then twice as a volunteer to get closer to that which I hope to help preserve.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: composting, environment, featured, outdoors
Earth Through My Eyes
Posted: June 14, 2022 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Jacob K., a Gobblers alumni. Jacob is a rising junior at West Virginia University. He is currently pursuing a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources with a focus on wildlife. Jacob plans on becoming a wildlife biologist and hopefully studying owls in the near future. He wanted to attend the academy because he had always wanted to take a deeper dive into
Category: Youth Blog Tags: environment, featured, nature observation, outdoors, wildlife
Signs of Spring
Posted: May 10, 2022 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Danielle G., a Bass alumni. Danielle attended the Bass field school because she loves the outdoors. Danielle plans to go to a four-year college for Political Science or International Relations and Security.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: featured, nature observation, outdoors
Nature on Two Wheels
Posted: December 7, 2021 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Ruth S., an Ursids alumni. Ruth would like to pursue a career in law. She attended the academy because she was looking for an opportunity to strengthen her leadership skills.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: featured, mountain biking, outdoor recreation, outdoors
A Day at the Preserve
Posted: September 14, 2021 by Katie Mace
This week’s blog was written by Allie F., a Bucktails alumni. Allie is a high school sophomore who plans to pursue a career in medicine. She decided to attend the Wildlife Leadership Academy due to her interest in biology and nature. In her spare time, she enjoys music, dance, and hunting.
Category: Youth Blog Tags: featured, nature observation, outdoor education, outdoors