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ACE Alumni

Welcome, ACE Alumni! Whether you are a recent or seasoned ACE grad, we know that the journey doesn't end when your term does. The friendships you've made and skills you've gained are only one part of being a lifelong ACE family member. 

We thank you for your service and hope that we continue to stay connected!

Ways to stay in touch:

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Alumni Ambassador Program

 This program elevates Alumni experiences to a wider audience and helps to recruit the next generation of conservationists. ACE Alumni Ambassadors utilize their personal and professional connections to expand ACE’s story and influence.

This volunteer opportunity is intended to benefit ACE Alumni by providing further mentorship and professional development, while developing skills to pursue personal and professional goals.  ACE Alumni Ambassadors will serve in a voluntary six-month commitment (with possibility of extension). 

For more information, click on the Learn More button below or feel free to contact: 

Elyse Cogburn
ecogburn@usaconservation.org

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ACE Learning Portal

Access a comprehensive library of resources tailored for the ACE community.

Who it’s for:  Staff, Alumni, and Members.

How to access:  This is a secured site. Please email Elyse Cogburn at ecogburn@usaconservation.org or touch base with your ACE point of contact to receive the access password and site link.

 

A Reflection by ACE Member Kelsey Rivera

“After finishing, I’ll reflect on the best times I’ve had working at El Yunque National Forest. There are plenty of hard days here, but the most gratifying parts are the days working as a team with some of the best people and work environment I’ve had the privilege to be a part of.â€

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Kelsey Rivera

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National non-profit providing environmental and conservation service opportunities to help restore America’s public lands.
â¬‡ï¸ Get involved! ⬇ï¸

Our conservation corps roles take members to some pretty epic places.

Lexy and Joelle have spent the season on the coast off Alaska, Southern California, and up through the Pacific region, leading volunteer beach cleanup teams to remove marine debris and restore coastal habitat.

Just one example of the work we get to do with partners like @nationalparkservice.

#PublicLands #CoastalCleanup #ConservationCorps #NPS

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Our conservation corps roles take members to some pretty epic places. Lexy and Joelle have spent the season on the coast off Alaska, Southern California, and up through the Pacific region, leading volunteer beach cleanup teams to remove marine debris and restore coastal habitat. Just one example of the work we get to do with partners like @nationalparkservice. #PublicLands #CoastalCleanup #ConservationCorps #NPS

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Ollie’s job: hike the Moab desert looking for springs 💧

Ollie is an ACE EPIC Member in BLM’s Canyon County District in Utah where this year`s snowpack was the lowest on record. It`s a strange time to be studying water because of it, but springs matter more than people realize—they`re biodiversity hotspots that support rare, endangered species most people never see.

"Perhaps it is a weird year to be studying springs, but I`m glad that I get to."

Read his full story through our blog 🔗 in bio!

#Conservation #ConservationCorps #Outdoors #PublicLands

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Ollie’s job: hike the Moab desert looking for springs 💧 Ollie is an ACE EPIC Member in BLM’s Canyon County District in Utah where this year's snowpack was the lowest on record. It's a strange time to be studying water because of it, but springs matter more than people realize—they're biodiversity hotspots that support rare, endangered species most people never see. "Perhaps it is a weird year to be studying springs, but I'm glad that I get to." Read his full story through our blog 🔗 in bio! #Conservation #ConservationCorps #Outdoors #PublicLands

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Passion for the outdoors? Join us to gain hands-on experience and connect with a community that supports public lands. A few examples on our website ⬇ï¸

Fish Culture Member – Abernathy Fish Technology Center
📠Longview, WA
🔎 Support fish hatchery operations and more | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply

Maintenance Support Member – National Elk Refuge
📠Jackson, WY
🔎 Help keep refuge facilities and grounds safe, and welcoming for visitors | Housing Included | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply

Invasive Plant Control & Fuel Reduction Members – CO Front Range FWS Complex
📠Commerce City, CO
🔎 Remove non-native grasses, thin fuels | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply

Visitor Services Support Member – Huron Wetland Mgmt
📠Wolsey, SD
🔎 Help to set up new office for visitors, support display installation & more | October 2026 Start (flexible)
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply

Gardening Member – Jimmy Carter National Historic Park
📠Plains, GA
🔎 Assist with garden maintenance and design | Start as soon as possible 2026
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply

Backcountry Assistant Team Leader Crew Member – ACE PWC Crew
📠Palm Springs, CA
🔎 Gain valuable experience and mentorship while supporting crews | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment CREW to get the link to apply

Traditional Trades (TTAP) – Sleeping Bear Dues National Seashore
📠Empire, MI
🔎 Gain experience helping to maintain the park’s vehicles, equipment, and small engines | Housing Included | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply

#Conservation #Outdoors #PublicLands #Nature #ConservationCorps

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Passion for the outdoors? Join us to gain hands-on experience and connect with a community that supports public lands. A few examples on our website â¬‡ï¸ Fish Culture Member – Abernathy Fish Technology Center 📠Longview, WA 🔎 Support fish hatchery operations and more | October 2026 Start 🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply Maintenance Support Member – National Elk Refuge 📠Jackson, WY 🔎 Help keep refuge facilities and grounds safe, and welcoming for visitors | Housing Included | October 2026 Start 🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply Invasive Plant Control & Fuel Reduction Members – CO Front Range FWS Complex 📠Commerce City, CO 🔎 Remove non-native grasses, thin fuels | October 2026 Start 🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply Visitor Services Support Member – Huron Wetland Mgmt 📠Wolsey, SD 🔎 Help to set up new office for visitors, support display installation & more | October 2026 Start (flexible) 🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply Gardening Member – Jimmy Carter National Historic Park 📠Plains, GA 🔎 Assist with garden maintenance and design | Start as soon as possible 2026 🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply Backcountry Assistant Team Leader Crew Member – ACE PWC Crew 📠Palm Springs, CA 🔎 Gain valuable experience and mentorship while supporting crews | October 2026 Start 🔗 Comment CREW to get the link to apply Traditional Trades (TTAP) – Sleeping Bear Dues National Seashore 📠Empire, MI 🔎 Gain experience helping to maintain the park’s vehicles, equipment, and small engines | Housing Included | October 2026 Start 🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply #Conservation #Outdoors #PublicLands #Nature #ConservationCorps

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Ava, a public speaking star 🌟

As an Interpretation Member with ACE EPIC at the John Muir National Historic Site, Ava leads tours, builds visitor programs, and works alongside NPS rangers, but the growth that`s stuck with her most is public speaking.

"I entered this internship feeling almost `timid` interacting with the public. Now I`m giving thirty to forty minute tours, and I`m so much more confident."

Read her full story through our blog 🔗 in bio!

#Conservation #ConservationCorps #Outdoors #PublicLands

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Ava, a public speaking star 🌟 As an Interpretation Member with ACE EPIC at the John Muir National Historic Site, Ava leads tours, builds visitor programs, and works alongside NPS rangers, but the growth that's stuck with her most is public speaking. "I entered this internship feeling almost 'timid' interacting with the public. Now I'm giving thirty to forty minute tours, and I'm so much more confident." Read her full story through our blog 🔗 in bio! #Conservation #ConservationCorps #Outdoors #PublicLands

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What a term with ACE looks like:

🌲 Protect natural and cultural resources across the country
ðŸœï¸ Work at iconic public lands, from national parks to wildlife refuges
â›°ï¸ Network with federal agencies and explore real conservation career paths
🤠Build lifelong friendships, skills, and community

Apply now—comment APPLY for the 🔗.

#Outdoors #ConservationCorps #Nature #conservation

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What a term with ACE looks like: 🌲 Protect natural and cultural resources across the country ðŸœï¸ Work at iconic public lands, from national parks to wildlife refuges â›°ï¸ Network with federal agencies and explore real conservation career paths 🤠Build lifelong friendships, skills, and community Apply now—comment APPLY for the 🔗. #Outdoors #ConservationCorps #Nature #conservation

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