Victoria Eisenberg (Summer 2023)

Sep 1, 2023

Being part of an organization that enacts meaningful environmental change is something that I couldn’t be more proud of. At KWF, I’ve had the opportunity to work in various fields of environmental conservation. From teaching kids about salmon life cycles at summer...

Finn Newman (Summer 2023)

Sep 1, 2023

My time at KWF started with the ritual Costco trip and then the long ride from Anchorage to Soldotna. Though that memory is a blur for me at this point, I remember staring out the window in awe as the Chugach mountains and Kenai River flashed in the window of the Red...

Matthew Maguire (Summer 2023)

Sep 1, 2023

The time I’ve spent with the Kenai Watershed Forum has been one of the most eye–opening experiences of my life. I came to Alaska to gain a better understanding of fisheries management while also trying to grow my professional network and resume. The Stream Watch...

Katrina Danzinger (Summer 2023)

Sep 1, 2023

Since I’ve started at the Kenai Watershed Forum, I’ve met hard working coworkers, passionate volunteers, new friends, and created lasting memories. Living in Alaska has provided me with an experience that fuels my interests in conservation and restoration while...

Derrick Via (Summer 2022)

Jan 4, 2023

How do I sum up the Kenai Watershed Forum? A group of cooperative individuals who are motivated to work together amongst each other and with the community for the betterment of all the Kenai Peninsula. It is incredibly encouraging to see so many different agencies and...

Ana Maria Oliynyk (Summer 2022)

Jan 4, 2023

I have had the honor of coming to work with KWF this summer through a fully funded opportunity with the Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship, and in doing so, have had the opportunity to live a wildly unimaginable version of my dreams. Everything I do revolves around...