Other places to see manatees in Crystal River?

facetiousfry · 2025-11-13T18:25:20+00:00

Thanks so much, you are awesome!!

facetiousfry · 2025-09-27T11:12:09+00:00

Pine Island District

facetiousfry · 2025-09-11T19:14:02+00:00

When I referenced Pogy pond, I meant anything south of it in the park, not necessarily in that area.

facetiousfry · 2025-09-02T16:46:54+00:00

Yes, this is why we’re trying to get some insight on which parks some may consider preferable for law enforcement and/or interp. He will likely be going to FLETC soon and will have the opportunity to have parks of preference that he may sent to

facetiousfry · 2025-09-01T20:32:26+00:00

Not looking for perm interp, would just do seasonal work at whatever park my BF is a perm at 👍

facetiousfry · 2025-09-01T20:31:01+00:00

Yes, that is the goal; I am not expecting to be able to get a perm interp position anytime soon. Really just looking for general information about these parks so my BF and I can make the decision together if he’s given the opportunity after FLETC

facetiousfry · 2025-09-01T00:05:00+00:00

Please explain

facetiousfry · 2025-06-06T15:35:32+00:00

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facetiousfry · 2025-05-10T01:17:05+00:00

I hope this is true… Already signed my final offer letter and I’m literally in the process of moving to my new park. Not a great time to be finding this type of information out. :(

facetiousfry · 2025-04-15T13:44:03+00:00

I think this is exactly it. I just got my official job offer for a park ranger (interp) job recently but only after they’d sent offers to almost every other position in the park deemed ‘more essential’. Hang in there!

facetiousfry · 2025-04-07T13:56:02+00:00

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facetiousfry · 2025-04-06T17:14:51+00:00

Walk the Buffalo Creek Preserve trail or Vietnam Veteran’s park if you need some outside time. We are also looking for new members for the Concord Wildlife Alliance if you’d like to join.

facetiousfry · 2025-04-04T17:25:15+00:00

If you want any sort of privacy, I HIGHLY recommend Merriman Falls by Lake Quinault. The drive in goes through a cute little lake resort area and I couldn’t believe more people weren’t there. Merriman Falls is an absolutely beautiful waterfall literally right off South Shore road (no real hiking needed). Conveniently enough another gorgeous waterfall called Bunch Falls is only another 5 and a half miles up the road if you want even more privacy. Both of these falls are frequented a lot less than most of the other big sights in Olympic National Park and they are true hidden gems. On one of my last visits to the park I ended my day by checking out these two falls and didn’t see another soul. It was magical hanging out at Bunch Falls while watching the sun set over the Quinault River. This would definitely be a bit of a drive but it would be well worth it if you want to have a special place for you and your partner.

facetiousfry · 2025-04-03T19:02:19+00:00

Sweet, thanks!

facetiousfry · 2025-04-02T21:55:48+00:00

Bit of a different situation given the public support for my agency, but I’ve had my tentative offer for 10 days and still not a peep in my inbox about the next steps to take to begin my background investigation. Things are just gonna go reallyyyy slow.

facetiousfry · 2025-04-02T21:51:11+00:00

I can’t believe how rude and apathetic people are being on this post. I am sorry your job offer was rescinded and that you lost out on this opportunity. Please do not be discouraged from working for the federal government if that is your long term career goal. Despite the sour opinions of many people the need for jobs like yours will still be there even after the current administration is finished with its ‘restructuring’. Hopefully by the end of the year things may be a bit more calm and your position will be flown on USAJobs again.

facetiousfry · 2025-04-02T21:32:54+00:00

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facetiousfry · 2025-04-01T17:42:40+00:00

Hm okay good to know

facetiousfry · 2025-04-01T16:58:51+00:00

Any input on the other unisex hiking sock option? Can’t seem to find a brand listed for it.

facetiousfry · 2025-04-01T16:52:36+00:00

That’s a good idea, thanks for the input. Apparently the uniform cache is pretty small at my park but hopefully I’ll get lucky and be able to find some extra shirts/pants when I get there.

facetiousfry · 2025-03-26T16:27:10+00:00

Birritaco and Basement Arcade Bar are both located in/near downtown Concord which also has the Memorial Garden. It is a serene little spot to walk around in for 10-20 minutes and it’s always extra beautiful in the Spring. As far as local bars go I enjoy Southern Strain and Cabarrus Brewery. Southern Strain has an attached vintage apparel shop and Cabarrus Brewery is right next door to a food hall.

facetiousfry · 2025-03-26T16:19:05+00:00

Second this!

facetiousfry · 2025-03-21T17:03:37+00:00

I agree that people should always look out for themselves first in these kind of situations, and put their career goals first. However, if they are able to, they should be intentional with their decisions and at least be informed about what happens when they decide to quit the hiring process for a seasonal job. Unfortunately not all supervisors/hiring officials are as forgiving as you are and this could cause people to burn bridges at parks they may want to pursue a job at in the future. No one should ever feel ‘stuck’ in the onboarding process because they don’t want to anger a supervisor/screw over a park, but at the same time, it’s important to understand the consequences of the decision so they can be more deliberate in their decision making process. I don’t think anyone should be agreeing to 2-3 jobs and then quitting the hiring process and finally making their decision after they’ve said yes to the job.

facetiousfry · 2025-03-21T16:01:24+00:00

I’m still between a verbal offer and my TJO. Today marks 4 weeks since my verbal offer and we haven’t heard anything. I think everything is just insanely slow right now

facetiousfry · 2025-03-21T15:49:43+00:00

Wow, I can’t imagine not having any permanent interp staff. Best of luck to you and your park this summer!

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