I had a great time talking to John Schwenck of the Adventures Less Traveled Podcast*. I highly recommend his podcast which is all about highlighting those who “daringly venture into the unknown”.
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How many consecutive rolls could you receive in one season? Is it possible to be away for months in a row? Who pays for food and lodging?
Read MoreHonored to be interviewed by Scott Hewlett of Multiple Calls Podcast for his 36th episode. We talk about my website (the5ftfirefighter.com) which provides info and guidance on how to apply for federal wildland fire jobs, how I fell into wildland and volunteer structure fire, when I almost got taken out during my first house fire, what I think about chivalry in the fire service and more.
Read MoreHousing and where and how often wildland firefighters work varies wildly depending on the type of crew and if you’re employed by a federal agency or a private contractor. Here are groups of similar reader questions and my replies. I hope thIs explains what the schedule is like during a fire season, where firefighters can live, and what housing is like.
Read MoreIt’s hard to know what you’re getting into sometimes with a new job or even just a new place that you’ve never been. Google can only help so much. These are questions I like to ask to get a better idea of what the crew and area are like before I commit to a new job.
Read MoreJessica Klein interviewed me for a feature about my website, my fireline experiences and how I’m helping prospective firefighters navigate the application process.
Read MoreHealth insurance is hard in the off-season. While you're employed as a temporary seasonal the government will pay the majority of the plan you pick for you, but when you're not actively employed you are on the hook for the full monthly premium if you want to keep your coverage.
Read MoreIt’s never too late to become a wildland firefighter and start your career! Whether you’re 30, 35 or even 37, if you’re fit and motivated age shouldn’t be a deterrent.
Read MoreI get lots of questions about salary and what to expect money wise in a fire season so here’s info about base pay and hours, overtime and hazard pay.
Read MoreThis was my experience as a helicopter crewmember (HECM) trainee during a 21-day roll in 2017.
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