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”.
Read MoreHiring for fire season 2024 will be upon us before you know it! Here’s my best advice (I’m a federal wildland firefighter who does hiring) on navigating USAJobs resume builder, what you need to include in your resume, how to make your resume stand out, and other tips.
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What do I wear on the fireline? I get questions from lots of women asking what kind of socks, underwear and sports bras to wear. I’ll give you what to look for and a list my favorite brands along with other women specific gear you may want.
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 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 MoreI get lots of questions from women about how to navigate your period while fighting fires. Here are some tips on how to save yourself money and feel comfortable during your time of the month.
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