"Melissa,
You are close to Hayden Valley and about the same distance to Lamar Valley from Lake than you would be at Mammoth. I have never been a big fan of Lake for the reasons you have stated, and I also don't care about sunsets on the lake…"
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Leo Anderson's Discussions
Making the most of your summer!
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Greetings,I am sure everyone wants to make the most of their summer experience as you work in amazing locations, meet people from around the world, and explore nature. There will be a ton of great…Continue
Tags: Yellowstone, Seasonal, CoolWorks, 2013
Started this discussion. Last reply by Keith Larson Mar 15.
Xanterra was awarded the new Yellowstone National Park Concessions contract for another 20 years! Thoughts?
Here is the article: http://www.nps.gov/yell/parknews/13013.htmWhat are your thoughts? I am happy about this. I even hear Xanterra will be…Continue
Tags: CoolWorks, Yellowstone
Started Feb 26
Various Yellowstone Employees Groups on Facebook - Meet and greet your future coworkers
Here is a list of various Yellowstone Employee groups on Facebook that will allow you to meet future coworkers and other great people who will be working in Yellowstone before you arrive this…Continue
Started Feb 17
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Leo Anderson posted a status"Who was put in the Obsidion dorm at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park? This guy..... Oh yeah!!!"
Leo Anderson posted a status"Today is my last day in Mammoth Hot Springs, and I am off and enjoying it. Tomorrow I will be heading to Old Faithful to check in my dorm."
Leo Anderson commented on aggie71's blog post My Great Adventure has Begun"Aggie aka Ranger Rich,
I look forward to reading your blog posts this summer...... Have a fun, safe and relaxing journey to Alaska ok? try to be good or at least be good at what you are doing!
Sincerely,
Leo"
Leo Anderson replied to 40Rob's discussion Looks like it's real once again....."46Rob,
Congrats! I looking forward to reading your blog posts telling us all about your experiences while you enjoy your job and summer afventure in utah. Will you be posting pictures on here and Facebook? I am glad you found a job you are…"
Leo Anderson is attending Kari Quaas (Q)'s event
Chat - How to Keep Up Relationships with Folks at Home at Here on My CoolWorks
April 22, 2013 from 6pm to 7pm
They use ravens in Game of Thrones. Would messages by ravens work for your friends and family? We'll chat about your options and how to keep in close and maintain relationships with folks far away from you and not in the parks.Monday, April 229pm Eastern / 8pm Central / 7pm Mountain / 6pm Pacific / 5pm Alaska / 3pm HawaiiSee More
Leo Anderson commented on Kari Quaas (Q)'s event Chat - How to Get Along with Your Roommate"
Q,
I will be able to give an official update by the time we have this chat since I will have been living in Yellowstone for 7 days...."
Leo Anderson is attending Kari Quaas (Q)'s event
Chat - How to Get Along with Your Roommate at Here on My CoolWorks
April 15, 2013 from 6pm to 7pm
Hopefully, your relationship will be all smiles, but it definitely takes work. Learn some tips before you arrive and have to live with a roomie.Monday, April 159pm Eastern / 8pm Central / 7pm Mountain / 6pm Pacific (Arizona) / 5pm Alaska / 3pm HawaiiSee More
Leo Anderson commented on Kari Quaas (Q)'s event Chat - Your First Day"Q,
Great topic. I have orientation on Teusday, April 9th and my first day will probably be Wednesday, April 10th...."
Leo Anderson is attending Kari Quaas (Q)'s event
Chat - Your First Day at Here on My CoolWorks
April 8, 2013 from 6pm to 7pm
Many have asked for a chat about what to expect on their first day of work. So here it is! Join us to learn what will happen, what you need to bring to your job for employment eligibility, and other miscellaneous stuff. If you've been there before, come and share with the newbies.Monday, April 8 at the following time!9pm Eastern / 8pm Central / 7pm Mountain / 6pm Pacific (Arizona) / 5pm Alaska / 3pm HawaiiSee More
Leo Anderson posted a status"Greetings,
I get to relax in Billings this weekend enjoying a king sized bed & heated swimming pool before I check in at YNP next Tuesday!!"
Leo Anderson posted a status"I will be hitting the road in less than 72 hours to head to Yellowstone National Park for a summer adventure of a lifetime."
Leo Anderson commented on aggie71's blog post My Great Adventure has Begun"Aggie aka Ranger Rich,
I would suggest getting on the ferry as soon as you can, so you can get a lawn chair that is available on the deck. This will allow you to get one of the better spots on the deck to view wildlife. I seen a killer whale, a…"
Leo Anderson commented on Kari Quaas (Q)'s event Chat - Bring The Kitchen Sink"
Q,
This is a great topic..... I am leaving in 3 days to head to Yellowstone, so I will be taking notes tonight.....
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Profile Information
- Hometown:
- Minneapolis
- About Me:
- "Never settle for less in life, or you will never reach your full potential!"
I am an outgoing person who loves the outdoors and meeting new people.
- Last Seasonal Job:
- Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon South Rim
- Favorite Seasonal Job:
- Bryce Canyon for the short time I was there
- Where have you lived and worked?
- I have spent the last couple years completing my degree in Criminal Justice, so I can work with at-risk youth in the juvenile and foster care systems. I have been working for various departments at my college which include the Public Safety Dept, IT Dept and Physical Education Department.
- Dream Job:
- Become a Director of a Social Service Center that mentors youth in both the Juvenile and Foster Care Programs.
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Final Countdown: as your summer season arrival day approaches....
Posted on March 2, 2013 at 8:42pm 1 Comment 1 Like
Greetings,
I have just over a month to go befpre I head to Yellowstone National Park. I have started going through to process of getting everything I need for the season and making a list of items I will need to get. I have also been trying to get as much rest as possible because I know it will be a busy summer in Yellowstone, and I will be busy exploring the park on days off.
What preperations are you making as your season arrival date approaches? How are you mentally…
Continue Leo's First Update from Skagway, Alaska!
Posted on May 6, 2012 at 11:30am 3 Comments 1 Like
Greetings everyone,
I hope you are all having a wonderful start to your summer seasons; I know I am. In the short 4 days I have been in Alaska, I have been on two dog mushing trips, been on a ferry ride and seen humpback whales, dolphins and one killer whale, have moved into a great apartment with two roommates (both zipline guides as well) with a full kitchen and bathroom, have been exploring Juneau (2 days there), have been exploring Skagway (since Friday), been out hiking,…
Continue Alaskaahhhhh. . . . . see you in 11 days!
Posted on April 21, 2012 at 9:55am 4 Comments 1 Like
Greetings,
As the time nears for me to head to Alaska in 11 days, I can't help but feel a mixture of emotions. I am excited to arrive in Alaska, honored be a zipline guide for the summer, ecstatic to explore a new place, anxious about living in a town that has a year round population of 800 people, curious to see the employee housing, nervous about how I will fit in with the veteran zipline guides, interested in meeting the guests and learn where they are from, giddy to see…
Continue Be patient, be persistant and never give up!
Posted on January 10, 2012 at 11:30pm 1 Comment 2 Likes
Greetings and Happy New Year everyone,
Persistance pays off. Never settle for a job when you have the skills and desire to do greater things. Never let anyone or any company devalue your experience, qualifications or what you have to offer.
For example, I have a ton of retail and customer service experience, but I refused to let them companies define me based on what parts of my credentials they wanted to and.overlook others just to stick me in a job to fill their less… Continue
Persistance pays off. Never settle for a job when you have the skills and desire to do greater things. Never let anyone or any company devalue your experience, qualifications or what you have to offer.
For example, I have a ton of retail and customer service experience, but I refused to let them companies define me based on what parts of my credentials they wanted to and.overlook others just to stick me in a job to fill their less… Continue
Comment Wall (81 comments)
- At 5:24pm on April 12, 2013,
Kiersten said… How is your job going?
- At 11:52pm on March 28, 2013,
Kyle Brady said… Thanks man, im working thru xanterra ill be at old faithful snow lodge.
- At 9:07pm on March 26, 2013,
Janice "Lisa" Olivier said… Hi Leo
I will be working at Grant Village from May 16th to Oct 3rd as a room attent.
I am very excited to be spending the summer in such a fabulous place.
- At 6:56am on March 9, 2013,
Kellee said… - Hey Leo! I will be flying to Alaska. Flying to Juneau and then taking the ferry to Skagway. Any advice on travelling or things to bring with me?
- At 8:25pm on March 4, 2013,
christine navarrete said… Hi Leo thank you for the friend request. I actually have been trying to find a housing solution, because I have a four year old son. Not planning on taking a car and need to be close to a shuttle to work at Yellowstone. I tried the KOA, which at least told me there is a childcare center six miles from it.
- At 7:16pm on February 19, 2013,
Melissa Whitener said… Thanks for the friend request. I would appreciate it if you could resned me the link for that facebook page!
- At 11:09am on February 11, 2013,
Bailey Mileham said… - Hello! Yellowstone was great, but it wasn't the job for me. I worked in the tetons last year and will do so again this year! I think I will have a couple friends working for DNC at canyon this year. What will you be doing? Hope you have a great summer!
- At 1:20pm on February 10, 2013,
Lacey said… - Thank you for the warm welcome. I'd love to be part of the chat on Monday. If my phone will let me haha. I'm still searching for summer work in west yellowstone. Hopefully something comes up soon
- At 8:20pm on February 8, 2013,
Chey Enne said… Hi Leo!
I don't have any job offers yet but I have 2 interviews next week - one for GTLC & one for the Ranch at Rock Creek in Montana. I like the idea of a ranch job but not sure if the money will be as good as it is in a resort (I bartend & waitress.) Have fun in Yellowstone! If I work in the Tetons this summer I will definitely be making my way over there at some point :)
Chey
- At 4:21am on February 8, 2013,
Cynthia Garcia said… - Hi Leo!! You will love it in Wyoming!!! Breathtaking! I don't have a new adventure setup yet. It's all up to the man upstairs I guess but I'm looking!! Working in Dallas now and it's really tough! Big city is not for me! Been consistently applying for a cruise ship job. So when does your contract start?
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