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Most of my job experience is in distribution/warehouse management, but I'm trying to get away from that. My goal is start taking classes for a new career field at some point in the next year or two. I've been to both Seattle and Olympia before but...

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Kari Quaas left a comment for Aaron

Hi Aaron, I guess it just depends on what type of work you are looking for. Seattle/Tacoma/Olympia has had its share of layoffs, but some industries are doing fine. Olympia would be a less expensive place to live and it's a cool town. Being the st...

June 2

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June 2

Aaron left a comment for Kari Quaas

Hello Kari, thanks for all the hard work you do to keep this site cooking, without it I wouldn't be at Signal Mtn right now. After my contract is up I'm thinking about moving to Olympia/Seattle, can you give me your thoughts on the economic situat...

June 2

Aaron left a comment for Jason Kemple

Hey Jason, great to see that you are in Montana. I've been off the grid for awhile but I'm now working at Signal Mountain Lodge. Hope your having a great time, it is fantastic here. Drop me a line if you get time......

May 26

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Hometown:: Indianapolis

About Me:: I am a former military brat who still loves to travel, see and experience new places, and tries to remember that the world can be a fantastic place if you let it. I've lived in Europe, on both U.S. coasts and in the "heartland". I love mountains, oceans, pretty much anyplace with a view. I've worked on cruise ships, hotels, restaurants, warehouses and retail. The cruise line I worked for went from the Caribbean to Panama, Costa Rica to Mexico and finally to Pacific NW and Alaska. Still looking for a place to call home, but not ready to quit exploring.

Last Seasonal Job:: Signal Mountain Lodge

Favorite Seasonal Job:: It's going to be hard to beat Signal.....

Where have you lived and worked?: Lived in California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Virginia, Arkansas, and in Germany.

Worked in Indiana, California, Texas, Virginia, and cruise ships sailing through Virgin Islands, Panama, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska and Hawaii.

Dream Job:: Manage my own lodge off the beaten path

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At 11:14am on June 2, 2009, Kari Quaas said…: Hi Aaron, I guess it just depends on what type of work you are looking for. Seattle/Tacoma/Olympia has had its share of layoffs, but some industries are doing fine. Olympia would be a less expensive place to live and it's a cool town. Being the state capitol there are lots of jobs in the public sector and of course those jobs that support all of the legislators being around. What's your work background?

Kari : )

At 12:27pm on October 6, 2008, akscootr said…: Hey Aaron,
I'm a former military brat also and still I have not stopped traveling; sometimes I wonder if I ever will although I love Alaska a lot. Currently a bartender/waiter, I have always wanted to work in St. Thomas and to learn to sail simultaneously. Do you have any recommendations, from a bartender/server point of view, that would be good to work at (good $$$, cool people,busy)? Any input would be appreciated... thanks for your time. Akscootr

At 1:25pm on September 24, 2008, Jason Kemple said…: Hey Aaron - great new pics!

At 9:14pm on May 8, 2008, Jason Kemple said…: awesome pics! unbelieveable scenery! i'm jealous lol

At 8:34pm on May 7, 2008, Jason Kemple said…: I know what you mean about the cruise ships... I went on a cruise last summer and it seemed like these guys worked non-stop, long days, and had very little time off. What fun is it if you can't go venture out to the places you go lol. I couldn't imagine working that many days in a row without a day off, just to collect my thoughts and keep my sanity haha! If you dont mind me asking, how old are you? When did you start doing all of this? I've worked in hotels for about 6 years, and love the travel industry, it would be great to work at a lodge and if you fit in and like it, you'll put your heart into it. Sounds like a fun life.. i'm ready haha :-)

At 6:59pm on May 5, 2008, Jason Kemple said…: Yea, thats kind of why I am not doing anything this summer... not financially ready yet. Plus, i have a damn cat that i cant leave so i have to figure out my options with that lol. I've thought about working on a cruise ship, or even in the travel industry... i've worked in hotels for 6 years, but now i'm in the corporate world and hate it. Never been to Seattle but been to Alaska on a cruise and loved it.

At 5:51pm on May 5, 2008, Jason Kemple said…: Hey Aaron, welcome! I haven't had a seasonal job yet either, are you looking to start next year? Sounds like you've had an interesting life so far, why not continue it! I dont think i'll ever be able to quit exploring, seems to be in the blood!