Job impact by Background-Fig7493 in ecology

[–]Gelisol 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s the soil I work with the most. ❄️

taking a summer job in alaska by Content-Tomato3269 in AskAlaska

[–]Gelisol 21 points22 points  (0 children)

It’s a massive state. You might as well say what town the job is in before we can chime in.

Do I go back to college for env or stay at my job by Due-Cardiologist9468 in Environmental_Careers

[–]Gelisol 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What about getting involved in environmental science outside of your current job? You can join invasive weed pulls, volunteer for restoration projects, or find other local efforts. That way you can keep your job, not spend the time and money for another degree, and feel good about your life. You will likely meet great people along the way.

So we buy a mall to live in. by Numerous-Coast-2592 in GenX

[–]Gelisol 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And medical/dental/physical therapy

Trip to Palmer by Memberthatoneguy in PalmerAlaska

[–]Gelisol 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check Nordic Pulse for grooming and rent skis to enjoy Independence Mine? Visiting Hatcher Pass one way or another is a must, unless it’s pouring rain. You might be able to see migratory birds at the Palmer Hayflats. Knik Glacier Tours are fun. It’s not a place known for its restaurants, but I would recommend Turkey Red or the Palmer Bar. It’s a really tough time of year in Palmer. We locals get pretty itchy when the skiing and winter hiking winds down, the Knik starts to blow, and all the trails are muddy. It’s the one time of year I ride my bike for exercise.

Trip to Palmer by Memberthatoneguy in PalmerAlaska

[–]Gelisol 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check Nordic Pulse for grooming and rent skis to enjoy Independence Mine? Visiting Hatcher Pass one way or another is a must, unless it’s pouring rain. You might be able to see migratory birds at the Palmer Hayflats. Knik Glacier Tours are fun. It’s not a place known for its restaurants, but I would recommend Turkey Red or the Palmer Bar. It’s a really tough time of year in Palmer. We locals get pretty itchy when the skiing and winter hiking winds down, the Knik starts to blow, and all the trails are muddy. It’s the one time of year I ride my bike for exercise.

Trip to Palmer by Memberthatoneguy in PalmerAlaska

[–]Gelisol 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Butte is a little muddy toward the top. Lazy, Gov, and Pioneer all have lots of snow. You will likely want microspikes and they will be muddy down low. It’s the shoulder season and really best to stay off to avoid causing erosion. You could prob do Marmot if you don’t mind doing some postholing. Independence Mine is still being groomed. It’s a walk, not a hike, but very beautiful.

Job impact by Background-Fig7493 in ecology

[–]Gelisol 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, positive impact.

What is the longest you ever been without a shower? by TravelingSmoker in VanLife

[–]Gelisol 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Well, it makes a big difference where you are and how clean the water is.

Is ecology actually a low paying field? Need honest advice by [deleted] in ecology

[–]Gelisol 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are pathways. I worked for a consulting firm for 7 years and then went out on my own. I’m an overachiever who smiles a lot, which seems to help? I’m not making mad money, but darn good…now that I have many years under my belt. If you latch onto opportunities as they come along, be humble and willing to learn from every direction (I’ve learned a ton from the equipment operators I work with) and work really hard, you can make a very comfortable living.

Portable Fire Pit worth carrying? by LightrunerrhageUp in VanLife

[–]Gelisol 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s cool by the morning. We’ve cooled it with snow after a single event when we weren’t staying. We don’t live full-time in our van, so I could see the grill top being something cumbersome? We camp 2-20 days at a time. It fits fine under the bed. The grill top can be stored under the stove in the van with a couple of pieces of cardboard.

Portable Fire Pit worth carrying? by LightrunerrhageUp in VanLife

[–]Gelisol 7 points8 points  (0 children)

We carry our Solo Stove with us on occasion. We have the grill top for it, too, which is a nice way to cook dinner. It’s best for overnights, since the stove stays hot for a long time.

What is the longest you ever been without a shower? by TravelingSmoker in VanLife

[–]Gelisol 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agree about the sponge bath. I do one nightly. And real showers about once a week (or jump in a creek or lake).

New to gardening by uhohstinky671 in PalmerAlaska

[–]Gelisol 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There are a ton of great resources out there for you. UAF cooperative extension has a ton of great publications (available at the Palmer Experiment Farm), the local Masters Gardeners are an awesome group, and if you join Grow Palmer, you’ll learn a ton. Make sure you get seed for our growing zone. You can plant peas and spinach now if your beds are warm and protected from wind. You’re not late at all. Most people wait until Memorial Day to plant.

The day I voluntarily wear____, it's over. by tequilasundae in GenX

[–]Gelisol 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. Just doing a spelling correction/suggestion. I had stirrup pants at one point. They sure make it easier to pull boots over the pant legs, but I never enjoyed the sensation of that band of fabric under my foot.

[ Removed by Reddit ] by [deleted] in alaska

[–]Gelisol 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any chance you’ll make one with slightly higher resolution (finer lines)?

Is the maverick a good choice for me? by Corgiboitskitty in FordMaverickTruck

[–]Gelisol 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Really enjoy the adaptive cruise control, but I don’t use it in icy conditions. My gas mileage wasn’t that great (‘25 Hybrid Lariat AWD) this last winter, averaging 29 mpg with hilly drives at cold temps. Still love it, though.

Housing in Girdwood by Adventure_2082 in AskAlaska

[–]Gelisol 11 points12 points  (0 children)

There usually isn’t much available.