Learning In Nature: Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

Spending time here at another refuge, I can't help but recall memories made at the first refuge I interned at last fall: Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, located in South Texas. It's been almost a year, and I still get excited thinking of all that I was able to experience. I'm originally from South Texas, so the area wasn't as much of a culture shock as it could have been. My internship was mainly visitor services and outreach events, which had me running the Visitor Center a lot and also promoting the refuge in various locations. I was also able to be a tour guide on the tram that traveled the wildlife drive. I had originally hoped to have more experience with educating, working with schools in the area, but I was happy to have done what I was able to do. I also had the privilege of creating a refuge event that had never been done before. It was a lot of work but totally worth it! I appeared on TV to promote the event, which was a bit nerve-wracking, but many people showed up, and the kids all really enjoyed it. I'm hoping my experience here at Forsythe NWR will be just as memorable. Below are some photos from my adventures in Texas!