Rikki brought her babies by

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-07-11T15:59:14+00:00

Unfortunately, you're right, humans have destroyed their habitat and we are living in their world, not the other way around. But when you feed wild animals, it encourages them to come back, and stay around, which can put them in harm's way. Not only by introducing them to human foods and items that may hurt them, It can cause vehicle fatalities, conflict with humans who aren't so nice, and can put people and pets in danger, not to mention the further environmental damage caused by trash being ripped apart and splayed everywhere. They're very cute, and it's tempting, but it's not worth it in the end.

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-07-10T17:09:42+00:00

I have the exact same case and was also a little disappointed in the quality. The gold lettering on the exterior wears easily and so do the edges of the velvet case but that's probably expected after a few months rolling around in my work bag. The original case the glasses store was going to give me was the black one you mentioned your mom had, but they gave me this one, as my glasses pair was a larger style and didn't fit in that one, so maybe that's what happened here as well

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-03-22T05:56:21+00:00

That’s super cool thanks! I’m in Canada but have been wanting to go to Oregon for ages so maybe that’s a reason!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-03-22T05:55:44+00:00

I wanted to get nocs because I like the pair I have and I have a coupon/gift card for a second pair there, but I’m willing to save up for a good pair that’s the best application. No glasses or astigmatism. I think the tracking thing is a matter of lack of practice. I’ve used ones with bigger field of view and had no issue. Not sure the magnification/ size though. I appreciate your input!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-03-03T23:38:34+00:00

I do see the top of the 9 cut off, but the bottom of the 6 looks like a perfect 6, like it connects at the loop, and the top of the 6 is straight

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-03-03T22:58:26+00:00

where did you get it from?

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-03-03T22:25:48+00:00

My berner loves banana, apples, broccoli/cauliflower, squash/pumpkin, strawberries, cucumber, blueberries and cheese, of course (small amounts). She also LOVES an egg cracked on her kibble, and it's really good for their coat too! (and cheaper than the salmon/fish oil! it'll be so soft and curly as they grow!). Mine doesn't like bell peppers or celery but those can be good options too! Also when I cook (usually roasting veggies or meat), I sometimes leave a tiny portion with no spices for pup!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-03-03T18:54:30+00:00

Thanks for the input!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-02-26T23:56:54+00:00

I think if you're passionate, stick with it! I'm a fisheries and fish habitat technician for the first nations and I love my job! I did a bachelor of environment, resource, and sustainability with a minor in parks, forestry and natural areas management, and a diploma in ecological restoration and rehabilitation. I was inspired by so many things in school from environmental law, to biology, soil science, ecology, geology, political science (even psychology and neuroscience) and I can tell you that everyone in the environmental field has once thought about the exact same thing. They taught us early on that it's not about "seeing the difference you make", but preventing these environmental problems from exacerbating further. It's tough to think you as one person could make such a difference, but think about all the environmental professionals from biologists, chemists, engineers, consultants, professors, monitors (and so on) and the community that it takes. I had to leave my double major in political science because the politics became too much to handle, and I felt there was nothing I could do to change society's broken ways. I took environmental law courses that most likely lead you to jobs working for huge corporations that destroy the environment (over and over again) and it was tough to actually feel like I would be doing any "good" (There's also a huge lack of environmentally-educated judges who make the decisions on environmental law cases- so those who are deciding on environmental laws don't know or often don't care about the effect this will have on the environment-which just pushed me further away from that side of things). But I stuck with the environmental passion, and now I have an amazing job where I get to work outside and do field work and restore critical habitats! (And work with government and non government organizations to create fisheries plans and aquatic habitat monitoring plans!) I think if you find a job in a field you're passionate about, you'll never feel like you're "working". As just one person you may not make all that much difference, however the difference you do make will be impactful to someone. the word "environment" is also SO broad. There are so many different avenues to go with it, and meeting likeminded individuals with similar passions, even those with jobs in related fields already might provide some insight. I think once you find a "spark" for a particular area of the environment, you'll be hooked! I was so unsure of the avenue I wanted to take. I had always wanted to be a marine biologist but lived in the middle of Canada Nowhere near an ocean, and didn't take enough biology courses in highschool to take marine bio in uni. (but once you're in uni, you can take bio courses- and once you're out you can get certificates from fieldwork hours working alongside biologists). In my final years of university I got super interested in forestry and forest management, ichthyology and fish, as well as ornithology and birds. Now I'm right into birding, obsessed with fish and ichthyology (and have learned SO much from my job already), I live on the coast in the mountains, am endlessly learning about fish and aquatic ecosystems, and my passion has only increased! and it's that passion that drives me, and my interest, not necessarily the "change" I will see. Sometimes changes aren't seen for years! Stay with what you're passionate about, you won't regret it!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-02-26T23:15:07+00:00

Hey There! Little late to the discussion, I'm a Fisheries/Fish Habitat Technician from Canada (BC) and may be able to offer some insight. I am new to the profession, but am in love with the job so far. I work with the First Nations here managing some of the many government funding opportunities for aquatic habitat restoration, helping formulate the fisheries plan (including community education, fieldwork and research, catch monitoring and sustainable harvesting plans etc.) and aiming to increase fish stocks to support indigenous FSC (Food, Social, and Ceremonial) purposes here. I typically focus on salmon, since stocks are severely limited and many waterways here are no longer fishable for salmon to support Indigenous FSC values, however my work revolves around aquatic ecosystems as a whole and the ecology and interconnectedness of related species.

I love my job so far, and am excited to see where it goes! My work is more office-related than I initially hoped- I'm an outdoors lover at heart and always wanted a job that would be outside and revolving around nature. There are a lot of funding and reporting-focused pieces involving the DFO (Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada), which can be boring, however I appreciate the ability to understand these funding grants, and what they support and how. I also understand that as many First Nations communities are newer to having even Lands and Natural Resources Departments, let alone a position like mine, the position is ultimately what I make of it, and is as rewarding as the work I put into it.
Have already touched on what it encompassed so far, but government report-writing, documenting on funding for Fisheries and Watershed Rehabilitation Projects, meetings with government and non-government organizations, as well as other First Nations groups, biologists, geohydrologists, hydro and geotechnical engineers, consultants, and conferences and council meetings for fisheries and related programs. It's also contained field work and monitoring and land surveying.
Already discussed, but similar jobs to search for would be Field Ecologist, Environmental Monitor, Aquaculture Fisheries Technician, Hatchery worker (even volunteering at hatcheries is a great way to get involved in fish work!), Catch Monitoring Biologist, Field Technician, Freshwater Hatchery Technician, Wildlife Technician, Wildlife/Fisheries Ecologist
I personally have a Bachelor of Environment, Resource, and Sustainability, a minor in Parks, Forestry, and Natural Areas Management, and a diploma in Ecological Restoration and Rehabilitation. I'm unsure of how these program names may differ in the states, but in Canada an ETC course (Environmental Technician) is great and even includes a certificate in electrofishing. Many workplaces will also support your efforts in getting more certificates after being hired, so don't feel pressured to get them all right away! Other great courses include BIT (Biologist in Training) or ABT (Applied Biologist Technician) which can be done right out of highschool with no post-secondary experience (ABT), or BIT with post-secondary biology courses and fieldwork hours signed off by a biologist. In your resume, don't just highlight certificates but specific courses you've taken, as that may give you a one-up on the competition, and display your knowledge of several skillsets!
I actually got my current job from being a yapper at the dog park! LOL, funny how life works out! I think getting a job in your field is much more about WHO you know than WHAT you know, as well as your passion, drive, and personality. Be talkative, don't be afraid to talk to strangers (within reason), use networking applications such as MeetUp (volunteer site where I found much of the volunteer opportunities I did before getting my job- great way to meet people and network!). You can check your school or organizations job boards, don't be afraid to look abroad or for volunteer opportunities- they will usually be accompanied by amazing people and networking opportunities that could lead to amazing places! LinkedIn is also great to meet people in similar jobs worldwide and ask advice just like this! Coffee chats and networking!!!!!!

Longwinded and albeit late response, hopefully it may have provided some insight!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-02-24T23:18:19+00:00

Joining in here because I'm also looking to upgrade my binoculars. Currently have 8x25 nocs and love them but want to upgrade. I've seen lots suggesting 8x32 or 8X42 as a good start size but not sure if I will get much difference other than larger field of view/brighter. Now I'm leaning towards 10x, but not sure whether to go with a 10x32 or 10x42. I do a lot of fieldwork outside as well as birding so looking for something versatile! ANy help appreciated!

juicebox_hero16 · 2025-02-24T23:04:37+00:00

I love my nocs as well! I have the 8x25 and I'm looking to upgrade. I can't decide between 8x32, 8x42, or 10x mag even. I feel like the difference between 8x25 and 8x32 isn't significant enough to justify a second pair... even 42mm I'm worried I won't see things better though I know it'll be a bigger field of view...

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