by Beth Hotchkiss | Sep 9, 2024 | News
When large-scale wildfires ignite, everyone does their part to make a difference. For the CCC Magalia Fire Center culinary crews, it’s a chance to put their culinary skills and knowledge to the test. Instead of cooking for 60 to 80 Corpsmembers and staff they’ve spent...
by Beth Hotchkiss | Sep 9, 2024 | All, News
It’s amazing the difference a new light bulb can make, especially when you’ve completely retrofitted the light fixture to use more energy efficient and brighter lights. It’s what our CCC Sacramento Corpsmembers do well. They’re actively...
by Beth Hotchkiss | Sep 9, 2024 | News
Finding a career you can be passionate about and enjoy, is not unlike a windy river. There are turns, possible surprises, and hopefully a scenic view at the end. In the California Conservation Corps, helping young adults navigate their way into successful careers and...
by Chris Van Horne | Aug 13, 2024 | News
Lunches are packed, backpacks are loaded up, and it’s back to learning lessons across California. We’re not talking exclusively about school, we’re talking about the daily experience of hands-on experience and education of the California Conservation Corps. “Why not...
by Beth Hotchkiss | Jul 2, 2024 | News
Jobs in forestry can look very different, depending on one’s employer and duties. For Corpsmembers at the CCC Greenwood Center, the view from high atop trees is a new experience and one that can help lead them to great careers in forestry. Can it be scary? You bet....
by Beth Hotchkiss | Jul 2, 2024 | News
If you think packing for a weeklong trip is tough, wait until you try to pack for five months living off-the-grid. Our CCC Backcountry Trails Program Corpsmembers have to pick and choose what essentials and extras to take them deep into the backcountry. After all,...