It's getting more and more hot out there. Fires are starting to break out in the Northwest area of the United States. In this episode Boots will reminisce to Alexa about the services his family have provided to the region regarding to fighting fires. Grandpa Ron was a Smokejumper before he got his PhD. In Grandpa Ron's eyes, taking his tests at college were more stressful and scary then what he faced out there in the burning wilderness. Boots and Alexa also had family who served in the Hotshots. It takes a lot of guts and grit to go out and divert or stop fires in the forest where there is nothing but fire fuel around you. The technology and resources today were also not as prevalent as they were back then. So there is a lot to consider when it comes to these men and women who take a lot of risk on the front lines to save lives and resources. Listen in and leave with positive vibes! Remember where you came from, it will help you on your path.

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