I've been here in VT, working for the Green Mountain Club since August 8th. Things have been fantastic. I have a pretty laid back boss, I have excellent co-workers, and I live in a hut on top of Mt. Mansfield.
The work is sometimes less than exciting, but you have to make your own happiness. Happiness just doesn't go out an find you. I've been able to hike a few of the more exciting trails leading to the summit and have had some excellent conversations with people on the summit. One guy in particular was someone who I consider an "old salty dog" who use to be a Yosemite climbing bum who climbed Denali back in 87. This shocked me because 1987 was one of the worst season to climb the peak and it took true guts and grit to get to the top. In perspective 6 of every 7 people failed. This guy was in his late 60's, bagging the highest peaks in each state. He told me he clicked off 26 the last 3 weeks. He seemed like a kid in a candy store. Very happy and excited. It was inspiring to see.
Here are some photos of "home"
3 comments:
That looks pretty great my friend. What exactly are you doing there? Can I come hang out? Should be back to Ohio in November... then back West, but not for a few months. Maybe we can meet up at Jay Peak.
Jay- The job only last until the end of October, but you're more than welcomed to come up and hang out! It's a laid back job. I just live on the mountain.
I'm gonna be in Ny until november, then making the drive back to slc come end of november with the intent to ski as much as I can for another winter.
Sweet action. I'm going to be back in Utah hopefully in January. Not sure how many days on the mountain I'm going to get. I'm going to be training exclusively for DH bike racing. If you know how or where I can get a discount on a pass to the Bird let me know. Regardless, we'll get some turns together this winter! Take care my friend!
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