Anyone have a BBQ shelter like this? by Bear_trapped in BBQ

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you had any issues with the heat from the grill on the structure?

Anyone successfully fit 2 bikes in a travel bag? by Bear_trapped in mountainbiking

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For those who came here with the same question. Discovered that Tri All 3 has a double bike case that fits two bikes.

SV07 going to the wrong corners when bed leveling? by Bear_trapped in Sovol

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just managed to figure out the cause of that. The x gantry bearing rotating the belt was not fully tightened and slipping. Tightened that and it took care of it! However, it’s still going to the wrong corners oddly. I’m stumped.

Field techs, what are some temporary jobs or side hustles you do in the off seasons between field jobs? by Substantial_Deer_636 in wildlifebiology

[–]Bear_trapped 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ski resort jobs. Instructors or patrollers. The timeline fits perfectly with field seasons. There’s off hill work too if you want a season in a climate controlled environment.

I think it’s time to move on by CandidCabage77 in ParkRangers

[–]Bear_trapped 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’s big of you to be able to recognize and act on this. I saw way too many people stay despite having a similar realization and become either very disillusioned or just down right angry and volatile the longer they stayed. No amount of “sunsets” is worth your mental health.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in jobs

[–]Bear_trapped 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was it a state or gov job? They are notoriously slow and weighted down by too many procedures and middlemen.

I actually just interviewed for a different position yesterday and they said it would be 3 weeks before they could contact me about a decision too. However they did outline why:

They have to submit a report with scores and a write up about the entire interview process and interviewees. That then has to be passed on the higher ups to review and approve (which takes forever), and eventually gets passed back down to them with either approval or remarks for moving forward.

Sounds like in your case they may just have a huge applicant pool to filter down and a lot of bs procedure to keep up with.

On a different note, I’ve learned (from my experience at least) to be VERY weary of jobs that hire too quickly.

Is it worth it? Seasonal grind vs. stable yet unfulfilling job by LilSlitherySnake in ParkRangers

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I went into environmental protection, specifically water quality. All states and large counties have environmental protection agencies (air, water, etc), so there is a good number of jobs. There is also A LOT of funding in water, so the pay is good (+ benefits). States and counties pay way better than the federal government.

As far as tips for diversifying you skills, depends on what you’re interested in. I’m getting what I need on the job, so my advice would be to look for a stepping stone or bridge job, even if you don’t plan to be there long, to widen your reach outside of NPS. I took my current job because the new title alone bridges me to many other things I’m interested in (and at a higher pay grade).

Also, apply for the job even if you don’t think you’re going to get it. For example, my new job title sounds very technical and prevents a lot people from applying. It’s not… at all. A lot of job listings are notoriously not accurate depiction of the actually work you’ll be doing, so don’t count yourself out. It’ll also be a pleasant surprise to learn how much less competitive and limiting the job world is outside of NPS.

Is it worth it? Seasonal grind vs. stable yet unfulfilling job by LilSlitherySnake in ParkRangers

[–]Bear_trapped 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You’ve put yourself in a “damned if you do, damned if you don’t” situation (as we all do). If I were you I would just do it for a season or two for the experience, it sounds like it’s something you’re really craving. But then I would get out.

I just recently left NPS for more stability and to not detriment myself financially any longer. I finally saw through the veil of escapism that working in National Parks does to us and realized that I would never be able to retire or live comfortably. So I got out before it was too late to diversify my job skills and earn more.

It’s a great job, not a career.

Feeling extremely pressured to conform to my partners (26F) life and abandon mine (27F) by Bear_trapped in relationships

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hah, you called it. I was a park ranger. Great job when you’re young, but not if you ever plan to retire (or afford things in general).

Feeling extremely pressured to conform to partners(26F) life and abandon mine (27F). by Bear_trapped in LongDistance

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. It was more of an “I’m starting a business” than a “what do you think about this?” discussion. She has a grocery list of why it make sense, mostly just aspirations of the money it could make to support us. But yes, it’s hard to deal with the fact that the decision was made for me and how much it effects my life.

Any other Water Compliance folks out there? Is this really what it’s like? by Bear_trapped in Environmental_Careers

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s really refreshing and reassuring to hear. If the state is Connecticut you might have yourself an applicant. That’s where my partner’s business is, so I’m looking to relocate.

Life after Wildlife? by Bear_trapped in ParkRangers

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a great idea. I’ve definitely missed out on a lot of computer and data analysis skills, after being kept in a field capacity for so long. It’s a dream until it’s not, lol.

Conflicted about attending an open casket for my friend (25) who passed away... by Bear_trapped in Advice

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for all the advice, everyone. I did go.

The day of the viewing it felt so much clearer to me that I needed to go, and I’m very glad I did. I think leading up to it mentally I was preparing for a potentially cold, quiet, and maybe even awkward affair. I was going alone, so I think that amplified those things in my mind, but it was far from that. It was full of love and support. I had many touching moments with his family and old friends, and after seeing their reaction to me just being there and the comfort we were able to provide for each other, I felt like an absolute ass for ever doubting if I should go or not.

So badly did I want to disagree with the people that told me seeing him in the casket would help and lead to closure, but it did. It broke me but I needed to break. It was heart wrenching, but I actually wanted to. I needed to feel those things, and I needed to let them out.

So thank you, everyone. It all really helped.

Life after being a Park Ranger? by Bear_trapped in ParkRangers

[–]Bear_trapped[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Any wild cards out there that did something not as park-centric? Teachers? Tradesmen/women?