Before I joined Rocky Mountain Youth Corps I noticed that I wasn't doing much to feel proud of myself. Oh, I knew I had to make a change. My life is improving and I can feel a change. Last year was a tought year for me and I;d like to make up for how everything then had an impact now. I was so uncomfortable with my body and I was so deressed and confused.
As I reflect on the days I've been here I've seen such a huge improvement in my behavior, work ehtic, communication and my body. I actually am comfortable with the way I look now and that's something I would not have been able to say if it weren't for RMYC.
My crew is a very hard working crew and we are making a difference. To be honest I feel lik I'm not very smart. But when I'm with the crew all of the intelligence rubs off on me and there is so much that I've learned from the crew and I;m so grateful.
Starting during our second interview I saw all the great opportunities to give back and start making progress in life. They actually take time to help each and every individual. In the mornings we all gather together and try our best as one to push ourselves at PT. We have cleaned so many tons of trash so our Mother Earth could become the beautiful creation she once was.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Questa YCC Crew 7/1/2010
In the last 2 weeks I have seen myself improve in my communication skills. I have saved three hundred dollars from my past two checks, many other skills I learned are being able to use tools properly.
So far this summer we have been working on the hiking trails , bettering it for the community as well as ourselves. We cleaned out an area for the BLM, this area will be used for a concert benefit. The trails we work on benefit the beautiful scenerty we have and attracts fore people.
My crew has faced gnats, rocks falling, and the heat. We finally found a bug spray that repels that gnats. The rocks are gonna fall, so we have done our best of keeping an eye on them. In order to not be too affected by the heat we drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen. We are a pretty tough crew, we help each other through everything.
The next two weeks should be really exciting being that we should be down lower on the trail, hopefully we will be at the springs. I plan on getting more leadership skills in showing people who and what RMYC does.
So far this summer we have been working on the hiking trails , bettering it for the community as well as ourselves. We cleaned out an area for the BLM, this area will be used for a concert benefit. The trails we work on benefit the beautiful scenerty we have and attracts fore people.
My crew has faced gnats, rocks falling, and the heat. We finally found a bug spray that repels that gnats. The rocks are gonna fall, so we have done our best of keeping an eye on them. In order to not be too affected by the heat we drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen. We are a pretty tough crew, we help each other through everything.
The next two weeks should be really exciting being that we should be down lower on the trail, hopefully we will be at the springs. I plan on getting more leadership skills in showing people who and what RMYC does.
Taos Youth Conservation Crew Blog
For the most part my goals have been accomplished. Communication with the crew has definitely improved. Also my strength has been growing. Most of our projects involve picking up other people's trash and cleaning up river sites. Cleaning up illegal dump-sites had a major impact not only on people but also on the crew. Some of the challenges are beginning an area of trash. I've noticed that it's hard for us to get started picking up trash. But once we do the day moves faster than Speedy Gonzales. Really looking forward to Gusdorf Park because when we went to check it out it was completely dead. Hopefully we can bring it back to life when we're done.
As the day starts it's hard to start the work. But as people stroll by and say "thank you," or "it looks nice," the inspiration comes along without being asked to. Our arms and legs get too tired to continue the clean up. We ask for a break as Lisa goes on like if there was no tomorrow. 22 legs and arms are being burned to make a difference in the community. As for us, we just keep going, going, although some may yell at us, others will make food for us and thank us. Personally, I think we are not just making a difference, we are showing those who complain about illegal trash that it just takes a few hours and a few days to make the site look like nature again. As our journey continues with planting trees and rebuilding a park we have learned responsibility and taking charge of some of the issues of dump sites. Who are we? We are Crew 12, Taos Crew from Rocky Mountain Youth Corps. And yes, we do make a difference all around the county. -Irma Bernal
As the day starts it's hard to start the work. But as people stroll by and say "thank you," or "it looks nice," the inspiration comes along without being asked to. Our arms and legs get too tired to continue the clean up. We ask for a break as Lisa goes on like if there was no tomorrow. 22 legs and arms are being burned to make a difference in the community. As for us, we just keep going, going, although some may yell at us, others will make food for us and thank us. Personally, I think we are not just making a difference, we are showing those who complain about illegal trash that it just takes a few hours and a few days to make the site look like nature again. As our journey continues with planting trees and rebuilding a park we have learned responsibility and taking charge of some of the issues of dump sites. Who are we? We are Crew 12, Taos Crew from Rocky Mountain Youth Corps. And yes, we do make a difference all around the county. -Irma Bernal
Monday, July 19, 2010
Questa Crew 7/19/2010
We have started working together better as a team and we use our tools in the right way. We work on trails moving rock, digging water bars, and cleaning trash. The challenges we have faced include learning how to build a rock wall. We're excited for the river!! Hoping for rain and clouds, it was too hot!
El Rito Crew Blog
7/12/2010
Today we started by exercising. Then we left the job site with the other crew to review the hazard analysis of the saws and the wilderness. Then we started scattering brush.
7/8/2010
The morning began with exercise. Preparing for the day assuring that we had all refreshments and tools needed for the task at hand. We proceeded to Juarita Mesa alongside another YCC crew and two engines. Before beginning we had a brief tailgate meeting with the engine foreman. We moved brush and slash one chain in from Forest Rd 44. We worked throughout the day. Everyone was very tired heading back down at the end of the day.
6/29/2010
Today we are putting up the new picnic tables. We started by exercising and covering the hazard analysis on staining safety. We replaced the 2 x 6's and 2 x 8's that had graffiti. Then we stained the tables, posts, and picked up trash.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Penasco YCC - Crew # 13
6-25-2010
This week's task was for us to make a trail down in the Pilar Camping area. The trail was approximately 1000 feet. The trail work was more intense than last week. Our most challenging task was constructing a a rock bridge across an arroyo. Last week's morale ranged from low to high. This week our morale stayed high all week. The only occasion I can recall of our morale being low is when our supervisor got sick. On another note we had a new recruit to our crew. Overall, our week was very productive and we accomplished all our goals.
This week's task was for us to make a trail down in the Pilar Camping area. The trail was approximately 1000 feet. The trail work was more intense than last week. Our most challenging task was constructing a a rock bridge across an arroyo. Last week's morale ranged from low to high. This week our morale stayed high all week. The only occasion I can recall of our morale being low is when our supervisor got sick. On another note we had a new recruit to our crew. Overall, our week was very productive and we accomplished all our goals.
Questa YCC Crew, Crew #11
6/18/2010
I learned to work together as a team and how each person plays a special role I learned people can get dehydrated fast and it's my duty to make them drink more H2O and take breaks when necessary.
We have been working on Big Arsenic trail providing cleaner safer and effective space for hikers.
Bugs and heat became a challenge to our crew. We used more bug spray and wore long sleves to cover up bugs and heat.
In the next two weeks I am excited to keep working on Big Arsenic Trail and make it to the bottom safely.
6/24/2010
Swinging picks has helped me get back in shape and PT helps a lot as well.
We have been working on trails at Wild Rivers and have really made a big impact on the trail and the safety of the visitors.
The heat has bee a big challenge since the first day on site. Also, we have gone through many bottles of bug spray trying to fend off the millions of bugs!
I'm excited to go down the river!
I learned to work together as a team and how each person plays a special role I learned people can get dehydrated fast and it's my duty to make them drink more H2O and take breaks when necessary.
We have been working on Big Arsenic trail providing cleaner safer and effective space for hikers.
Bugs and heat became a challenge to our crew. We used more bug spray and wore long sleves to cover up bugs and heat.
In the next two weeks I am excited to keep working on Big Arsenic Trail and make it to the bottom safely.
6/24/2010
Swinging picks has helped me get back in shape and PT helps a lot as well.
We have been working on trails at Wild Rivers and have really made a big impact on the trail and the safety of the visitors.
The heat has bee a big challenge since the first day on site. Also, we have gone through many bottles of bug spray trying to fend off the millions of bugs!
I'm excited to go down the river!
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