HURRICANE HELENE UPDATE
We thank everyone for your well wishes as our Asheville-based team continues to navigate the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. We are working diligently to accommodate our members and staff as their safety and well-being remain our top priority. We are grateful for everyone’s support and flexibility during these extenuating circumstances.
Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by this devastating storm.
American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing rewarding environmental service opportunities for young adults and emerging professionals of all backgrounds to explore and improve public lands while gaining practical professional experience.
Our Programs
ACE is a national leader in recruiting, coordinating, and training conservation volunteers to undertake practical environmental restoration projects in U.S. national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and other public lands. Our programs provide opportunities for youth, young adults, and emerging professionals of all backgrounds to gain tangible professional and field experience through meaningful, hands-on conservation projects.
Our Media
From the California coast to the Southeastern shores and beyond, each of our members and staff create their own unique experience both in and out of the field. Whether building community, improving natural spaces, or preserving cultural heritage, every ACE story shares a new aspect of caring for the environment and each other.
Our Story
In 2004, ACE began as a small, international conservation corps program in Flagstaff, Arizona, engaging global volunteers in an American Conservation Experience through rewarding public lands projects. Since then, we have grown to serve locations across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, continuing our mission to foster cross-cultural understanding and unity through national service.
Blog
CRDIP | Learning the Ropes
Learning the Ropes Written By: Ave Petra I was so excited when I found out I was accepted as an intern for the...
CRDIP | On the Right Track
On the Right Track Written By: Juliann Ramos Now that my time at Steamtown is nearly at an end, I felt it woul...
CRDIP | “The American Revolution in a Global Context”
“The American Revolution in a Global Context” Written By: Maya Koka This summer, I had the incredible ...
EPIC BLM Member Supports Efforts to Save a Species
EPIC Member Serving with the BLM Shares Their Story as a Lizard Wrangler/Monitor By: Fernando Miguel Tamai Martinez...
CRDIP | Map-splaining
Map-splaining Written By: Haven Townsend I’m a bit of a map-splainer. A self-aware man-splainer when ...
CRDIP | 1,700 Miles Away From Riis Beach
1,700 Miles Away From Riis Beach Written By: Arianna Michaud Hello! I’m Arianna Michaud, the Research and Digital C...
CRDIP | New Experiences at Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters
New Experiences at Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters Written By: Kaylie Alvarez Having only started this i...
CRDIP | Full Steam Ahead in Scranton!
Full Steam Ahead in Scranton! Written By: Juliann Ramos Having only been to Eagle Lake and Hersheypark in my childhoo...
CRDIP | Thomas Paine, Enlightenment Philosophy, and Global Histories: The American Revolution in a Global Context
Thomas Paine, Enlightenment Philosophy, and Global Histories: The American Revolution in a Global Context Written By:...
ACE Tips: Outdoor Summer Adventure Gear
ACE Staff Share Tips for Enjoying Your Next Camping Adventure! Summer adventures are here! As many head out to enjoy ...
Navigating Conservation and Data Management
Paulina Jones Inventory and Management (I&M) Planning Fellow – Southeast Regional Office, Georgia I start...
Corps to Career: Isa Cordes
Maximizing Opportunities Leads to New Career A Reflection Piece by Isa Cordes, ACE EPIC Alumni I’ve spent several y...