The Occupation Wild Podcast

In this short Q&A episode, Courtney reads and answers some of Occupation Wild’s most common questions from the past month! 

• What’s up with employee housing?
• Can you actually get paid to travel?
• Are ski resorts opening this year?
• When will international jobs come back?
• Can I work at a ski resort if I don’t know how to ski or snowboard?
• What’s better full-time or seasonal?
• Any many more!

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Ever dreamed of getting paid to spend all day outdoors in one of the world’s most beautiful places?  Then this episode is for you!  We’re back this week with a special How-To episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast focusing on how to become an adventure guide in Alaska with Jason Rush the Director of Operations for Liquid Alaska Tours! 

Liquid Alaska Tours is a tour company out of Juneau Alaska that offers glacier, canoe, and adventure tours!  As one of Occupation Wild’s most popular companies on the site, Courtney sits down with Jason to break down what Liquid Alaska looks for when hiring guides, what you can expect day to day, what it’s like living in Alaska, how to find housing, and so much more!

Check out Liquid Alaska Tours:

https://liquidalaskatours.com/

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Joshua Walker is a travel blogger and the host of the Josh you Trippin: A Black Guy’s Travel Podcast!  Growing up in the South he loved the outdoors and as a self-proclaimed “wide-eyed wandered” he always wanted to travel and see the world! When he first set out on his travel journey the lack of diversity in the outdoor and travel sphere inspired him to start blogging and documenting his travels to encourage other Black and BIPOC folks to feel comfortable and take up space! 

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast, Courtney and Joshua talk crazy travel experiences, Joshua’s budget travel hacks, being Black in the outdoor and travel industry, the history of racism in the outdoors and how that continues today, confronting privilege, and what can be done to make these spaces safer and more welcoming for everyone!  

Joshua:

Blog

Podcast

Instagram 

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The son of Filipino immigrants growing up in Seattle, Jay Sueno, was always drawn to the outdoors, but it was discovering surfing at 33 that he credits with really changing his life.  From surfing local breaks to traveling across the world for waves he was disheartened by the trash and plastic pollution he saw when paddling out.   Determined to make a difference he and his co-founder created a compostable bamboo toothbrush that gives back! Asking ”how can we help people do good in the world and feel good?" Mama P goes beyond your normal sustainable brand, they’re rooted in intersectional activism with a team that’s 60% female and 80% POC and supporting causes from saving the ocean LQTBQ rights, saving the bees, mental health, and women’s rights, Mama P is truly an activist brand! 

In this episode, Courtney and Jay sit down to chat about conscious entrepreneurship, surfing, and how far the sport has taken Jay, plastic pollution, empowering change by giving back, the circular economy, and how we can all follow our dreams if we find a little courage! 

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Mama P – https://mamap.life

Blog article on intersectional activism - https://mamap.life/blogs/news/an-invitation-to-a-more-mindful-environmentalism

How to recycle the bristles on your brushes with Terracycle - https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/

Book “Grit” - https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-book/

Book “Growth Mindset” - https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=growth+mindset+dweck&qid=1598831261&sr=8-2

Book on learning surf “Kook” - https://www.amazon.com/Kook-Surfing-Taught-Catching-Perfect/dp/0743294203/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=kook+surf+book&qid=1598831326&sr=8-1

Beckie Irvin is the founder and director of Grit Fest,  a 3-day event in Fayetteville, Arkansas, for womxn (cis & trans) and non-binary mountain bikers where regardless of skill level everyone is welcomed and they truly live their motto #AllBikesWelcome.  

In this episode of the Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney sits down with Beckie to talk about confronting white privilege and heteronormativity in the outdoors, how Beckie lived out of her jeep to get Grit Fest started, the courage it takes to follow your wildest dreams, and all the lessons she learned along the way!  

Grit Fest 2021:

The Grit Fest team is working hard to create a digital experience that fulfills the mission of Grit Fest to provide meaningful and educational experiences for cyclists. Follow us on Instagram ( @gritmtbfestival ) and/or sign up for our email list on our website ( www.gritfestival.com) for updates. We've also got new merchandise coming out this year (IT"S SO COOL), and all proceeds go directly towards the 2021 Fest. If you are unable to support us financially, we greatly appreciate folks following and interacting with us on social media!

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Life is always changing and we often find ourselves at a crossroads.  In this week’s episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast ultra-runner Meredith Kaufman talks pushing herself further on the trail and reflects on finding the courage to leave her law career and discover her why.  From embracing the identity as an athlete to using running as a tool to realize that even your wildest dreams are possible, whether you love to run or you're struggling with a big transition in life this episode explores it all!  

Beyond her love for the outdoors and ultra-running, Meredith is a very special person for the Occupation Wild brand, she was the friend who called founder and host, Courtney Condy, and convinced her to ditch Coachella and take a trip to Everest Base Camp in 2015.  A trip Courtney credits to changing the trajectory of her life and served as the inspiration to create a job board and community for those who crave adventure and wish to live a life beyond 9 to 5. 

Meredith:

https://meredithannekaufmanrunning.wordpress.com/  

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Wondering what it’s like to work at Under Canvas, the nation’s premier glamping company, a company so popular that when we announced their jobs on OccupationWild.com it crashed the site for almost 2 minutes?  Well today, we have the General Manager of Under Canvas Moab, Colton Call, on The Occupation Wild Podcast!  If working outside every day at one of their locations in Moab, Yellowstone, Glacier, Zion, Rushmore, the Smokies or the Grand Canyon sounds like your dream job, then this is the episode for you! 

In this episode Courtney sits down with Colton to talk about what you can expect in a typical day working at an Under Canvas camp, what he looks for when hiring applicants, the perks and benefits of working with Under Canvas (here’s a hint National Parks and free housing), and why after 4 seasons he still loves his job!  

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Andriana (Andy) Fragola might have one of the coolest jobs on the planet!  She’s a Marine Biologist, Shark Safety Diver with One Ocean Diving, and Founder of Mano Wahine!  Living in Hawaii, she spends her days getting up close and personal sharks!  Unlike a classic “shark dive” there are no cages when Andy and One Ocean take their clients out to see all kinds of marine life, including an occasional Tiger Shark! 

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney sits down with Andy to take a deep dive into the mysterious and often misunderstood world of sharks, from how Andy got into conservation, why it’s so important to protect sharks and our oceans, the day in the life of a shark safety diver, and separating shark fact from fiction!  

Andy:

https://www.instagram.com/andriana_marine/

https://www.instagram.com/mano.wahine/

David Mosse has had an extensive career in the outdoor industry guiding climbing, backpacking, and river trips, but everything really clicked when he found Wilderness and Adventure Therapy.  Witnessing the deep transformations the young adults he worked with had in the backcountry he knew he found his “why.”  Now the Recreation Director at Discovery Ranch for Girls, David lives a life so many dream of, blending his love of the outdoors with a rewarding career that truly changes the lives of others.  

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast we sit down with David to talk about the ins and out of Wilderness and Adventure Therapy, the healing power of nature, learning to meet people where they’re at, and why making an impact is far more important than ever being a millionaire.   

Derek MacDonald is a public speaker, founder of The Expedition Journal, and all-around outdoor enthusiast based out of Jackson, WY.  Derek credits Outdoor Education with saving his life after going on a NOLS program and has gone on to wear many different hats in the Outdoor Industry.   From Trip Leader, Outdoor Marketing Specialist, Snowboard Instructor, and Speaker!  With his public speaking, Derek focuses on the importance of personal leadership and embracing authenticity in yourself and your pursuits.  

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney and Nick sit down with Derek to talk about mental health in the outdoors, Derek’s own journey with overcoming depression and anxiety, embracing an untraditional life path, share funny stories from working as an outdoor instructor, and hear what it’s like living in a mountain town!  

Derek:

https://theexpeditionjournal.com

https://www.instagram.com/_derekmacdonald

https://www.instagram.com/theexpeditionjournal

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