This is a wonderful example of why I want to be a wildland firefighter. Yes, part of it is the fact that I can't sit still to save my life, but mainly I want to help keep people safe from fire and help people learn the difference between unnatural bad fire and necessary good fire.
Application season is soon. Get in shape. Lots of the work is in steep country, on hot days, at altitude. Budget for buying and breaking in approved boots before day you report. They’re expensive.
Best of luck in getting that job! I worked for the Forest Service as both a seasonal and a permanent full employee for many years (recreation and wildlife biology). It is a great organization! I think that you will love it!!
Excellent video and right on the mark. Fire is not the enemy, and we have to be willing to work with nature, not against it.
This is a wonderful example of why I want to be a wildland firefighter. Yes, part of it is the fact that I can't sit still to save my life, but mainly I want to help keep people safe from fire and help people learn the difference between unnatural bad fire and necessary good fire.
Application season is soon. Get in shape. Lots of the work is in steep country, on hot days, at altitude. Budget for buying and breaking in approved boots before day you report. They’re expensive.
Best of luck in getting that job!
I worked for the Forest Service as both a seasonal and a permanent full employee for many years (recreation and wildlife biology).
It is a great organization!
I think that you will love it!!