One requirement for second-year Health Science Scholar students is to participate in a 40-hour service project.  For my project, I chose to go on a Buck-i-Serv trip to Virginia.  Our service project took place at York River State Park for one week in the beginning of May.  During our project, we completed a number of service activities which included building a split wood fence, building a small beach for canoes and boats, clearing and repairing trails, mulching, and much more. This was a great opportunity because it allowed me the opportunity to help people in a way that people don’t always think about.  Most students that are on the pre-medicine track think that they only can volunteer in the hospital.  While this is great, I feel as though I still made an impact on the lives of many people by completing this project.  One way is that prior to us fixing the trails, those with disabilities would not have been able to easily assess the trails in the park.  Another way is that the park would not be able to function without the fence we built.  The fence that was there was falling apart, and if we did not build the new one it would have been a safety hazard for the visitors.  Furthermore, we had the opportunity to network with some of the local alumni as well.  Lastly, this was a great experience because on our day off, we visited Williamsburg and Yorktown.  Overall, Buck-i-Serv is a wonderful way to get involved in the Buckeye community while helping communities outside of Ohio.  Below I have included some of the pictures taken during our trip including the split wood fence, clearing the trails, and our group.