In this episode, Kaleena shares how she started her career in the Forest Service Apprenticeship Program and what it takes to gain an entry-level wildland fire position.

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Moose has been internationally active in the outdoors for more than 30 years as an instructor, guide and responder. Currently based in Yosemite National Park, he is the senior project director for NatureBridge, the largest provider of Environmental Education in the US National Park system. He has a long history of working in Search and Rescue and is a senior trainer for the National Park Service. Today he shares more details of what he does and a few examples of experiences that make it all worth such a fulfilling career.

Joe Chow from the Mendocino National Forest discusses the job duties of an Aquatics Biologist, how he got started in his career and provides advice on how to pursue a biology career in the Forest Service.

What exactly does a Recreation Technician do? Sereena King explains toilets, trash and educating forest visitors,  skills that she wouldn't have otherwise acquired, and why she loves this job. It's a fun job, but someone has to do it!

Katie Glick talks about how she started an outdoor career with the Forest Service, shares inspiring stories, and provides advice for those that are seeking a position with the federal government. 

Jesse Plummer shares how fuels management promotes forest health, reduces fire severity and potentially helps to protect rural communities.

Kean Strusis, former Youth Conservation Corps and American Conservation Experience Volunteer, shares how these experiences led him to paid position with the Forest Service. 

Chelsea Morgan, a Botany & Range Specialist with the Forest Service, discusses the responsibilities of her position, her long journey to permanent employment and provides advice for those seeking a career with the Forest Service.