Organization: Tuolumne River Trust (in collaboration with AmeriCorps)
Dates: 2016
Cause: Environment
Description:
Participated in the Rim Fire Reforestation Project in Tuolumne County, supporting post-fire recovery efforts in Yosemite National Park’s Rim Fire burn scar. Collaborated with the Tuolumne River Trust and fellow AmeriCorps members to plant part of a larger restoration effort totaling over 2 million trees, aimed at rebuilding forest resilience, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting long-term ecosystem health. Contributed to hands-on field restoration during a two-week service term dedicated to climate action and forest renewal.
