heya!
I'm just up the road from you in government camp up on mt. hood. I was living in portland last year and go back frequently. I'm also (trying) to head up to Alaska for this summer. How did you go about getting your gig and could you recommend any other resources?
Thanks,
Evan
I'd like to head over mid-May and be back mid-July...backpack around...see stuff. I'm not sure where I want to go for sure, that's up for debate. If you're interested in some or all of that time, let me know!
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School is going alright, it's getting down to the wire. I will probably be going somewhere else next summer...I was thinking Europe for a couple months. Alaska is my fallback at this point. What are you thinking? -- wanna join me? ;)
At 11:19pm on November 27, 2008, AlaskaFound said…
its snowy, and dark. but it's alot of fun. happy thanksgiving to you too. hope all is well with you.
hi there...I'm a South African planning to work in Breckenridge for the upcoming season. I haven't found a job as yet - can you give me any advice on jobs, accomodation etc! Would really appreciate it :)
hey there, you heading into copper landing today? let me know when you get up here, and we will come visit yall over at the princess. we have cars!!! hope your travel is easy and they dont lose your luggage. the weather is great and the moose are out. see ya soon. my cell number is 573-291-7739 if you wanna call or whatnot.
Hey Breaze, I was over by where you are going to work today, and it is beautiful. Looks over the kenai river, like right on a real tall bank on the river. You will love that view everyday. Surrounded by mountains everywhere you look. Just amazing! Looking forward to coming over and buying a drink from you and finding out your reaction to this crazy valley.
P.S. since you are staying in Anchorage this winter, give me some time and I will try to remember the good places in winter... there is good $$$ to be made in winter also. Opti-staffing is a temp firm that set me up quickly and well. Longhorn (Longbranch?)Saloon is famous for their burgers and is the friendliest saloon in town (thus very busy). There are more, but I can't think of the names now. You may want to consider Alyeska @ Girdwood (37 miles south of Anchorage)... I have friends in the banquet department and there are many cool people who hang out there. The hostel is cheap and you can stay for a decent amount of time. BE CAREFUL of cheap rents in Anchorage... there is a very serious gang problem in Anchorage (to the point of 2 public shootouts at the mall 2-3 years ago). Cheers, thanks for all your kind help amiga.... akscootr
I am planing on staying anchorage this winter as well...Have you any idea on where you are going to look for work? Are you going to try for another seasonal gig, or something more "normal" I have looked at The Alyeska Resort, they have tons of winter jobs and just built a brand new big employee housing unit. Also there are a bunch of hostels that look for help during the winter. Who knows what will happen, as life continues to be one big adventure! Looks like the cost of living is pretty high in anchorage from what i have seen on craigslist.
Yes, I am very excited, but nervous as well. I will be a server at Gwin's. From what I've read, it seems that you are not too far down the road from me. What will you be doing?
I should be there tomorrow or the day after... are you ready for Alaska yet :0) ? I'm already missing it, but this summer's goal needs to be accomplished first. Than back home.... I think you won't have a hard time calling Alaskla home. It seems to be hard to think of Alaska in any other term anymore. Cheers, akscootr
Ah! Yes! Another KPL person!! Are you as excited as I am? I'm going to be a breakfast/lunch server at the restaurant. When do you get there? I'm not leaving until May 30th just because I have an insane amount of things going on.
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I'm just up the road from you in government camp up on mt. hood. I was living in portland last year and go back frequently. I'm also (trying) to head up to Alaska for this summer. How did you go about getting your gig and could you recommend any other resources?
Thanks,
Evan
School is going alright, it's getting down to the wire. I will probably be going somewhere else next summer...I was thinking Europe for a couple months. Alaska is my fallback at this point. What are you thinking? -- wanna join me? ;)
It was good to meet ya.... If I don't drop by again good luck in Portland...
I should be there tomorrow or the day after... are you ready for Alaska yet :0) ? I'm already missing it, but this summer's goal needs to be accomplished first. Than back home.... I think you won't have a hard time calling Alaskla home. It seems to be hard to think of Alaska in any other term anymore. Cheers, akscootr
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