by mark | Nov 27, 2019 | News
Three seedlings at a time, CCC Tahoe Corpsmembers are helping regrow Lake Tahoe’s forests. Corpsmembers are assisting UC Davis researchers plant thousands upon thousands of new sugar pines along the North Shore. These new trees are cultivated from ones which survived...
by mark | Nov 20, 2019 | News
Think of it like a team jersey—a layer of Nomex, 50-pound packs, eye wear, ear wear, water, and top it off with a hand tool—but this isn’t a game it’s the life and duty of a CCC wildland firefighter. Hauling that gear, hiking into and through rural rugged terrain...
by mark | Nov 13, 2019 | All, News
Contra Costa County is the only place on Earth you can find them and Napa Corpsmembers are helping the Lange’s Metalmark Butterfly not just survive, but thrive. These orange and black insects are listed as an endangered species and invasive tumbleweeds are part of the...
by mark | Nov 7, 2019 | News
Before Corpsmembers respond to wildland fires they train, train, and train some more. We’re talking about hiking miles upon miles, cutting fire line up steep terrain, and preparing mentally to do a job that’s all about protecting people and property. Firefighting...
by mark | Oct 24, 2019 | News
Here’s an idea. There’s this defunct cattle ranch up in the hills with some amazing views. It would make a great place for hiking, mountain biking or just chilling. A walk in the park. Right? Just ask Julian Burgos, “It’s not just a matter of ‘we’ve got new land let’s...
by mark | Oct 18, 2019 | News
Jaime Knox isn’t afraid of hard work—even if its means a few hundred shovelfuls of dirt in a day. She’s embraced the physical and mental challenges at the CCC Tahoe Center. While Jaime figures out her career path, she believes her CCC experience will help her do...
