Your Very Next Step newsletter for September October 2024
By Ned Lundquist
www.yourverynextstep.com
“Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing your lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.”
– Jack Kerouac
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”
– Lao Tzu
This edition of YVNS comes to you from Manchester, New Hampshire
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*** In this issue travel and adventure news; volunteer conservation and wilderness opportunities; travel, adventure and conservation jobs.
*** Where am I?
Manchester, New Hampshire
*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps
28 October Newark, NJ / Manchester, NH / Syracuse, NY
4 November Pittsburgh, PA / Roanoke, VA / Norfolk, VA
*** A Scuba Diver’s Guide to the Best Places in the World to Explore Underwater
From Fiji to Mexico and beyond, 13 essential places to dive deep.
By Terry Ward
https://www.afar.com/magazine/best-places-in-the-world-to-go-scuba-diving
*** How Do We Define Adventure Travel?
The Adventure Travel Trade Association defines adventure travel as “a tourist activity that includes physical activity, a cultural exchange, or activities in nature.”
https://www.bikehike.com/what-is-adventure-trave l
*** The Prettiest Gardens in the World
By Aimee Long
https://www.thediscoverer.com/blog/6-of-the-trendiest-cities-in-the-u-s/ZFKPahG9cAAI0D1H
*** 6 of the Trendiest Cities in the U.S.
By K.C. Dermody
https://www.thediscoverer.com/blog/6-of-the-trendiest-cities-in-the-u-s/ZFKPahG9cAAI0D1H
*** Adventure Travel –Know the risks
CDC Yellow Book 2024
Travel for Work & Other Reasons
By Christopher Van Tilburg
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/work-and-other-reasons/adventure-travel
*** The World’s Most Beautiful Art Deco Hotels
by Monika Markovinovic
https://www.kiwicollection.com/blog/art-deco-hotels/
*** 28 Adventures to Travel For, From Glacier Chasing in Greenland to Sand Surfing in the Sahara
Hold onto your hats.
By Caitlin Morton
https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/adventures-to-have-in-a-lifetime
*** Three Perfect Days: Mallorca, Spain
Let Mallorca captivate you with its breathtaking coastlines, architecture and more.
*** How safe is volcano tourism?
By Lynn Brown
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20240529-how-safe-is-volcano-tourism
*** Exploring Volcano Tourism: A Comprehensive Guide
https://plantrip.io/glossary/volcano-tourism#google_vignette
*** Why Adventure Travel Is for Everyone, Not Just Thrill-Seekers
https://www.travelagewest.com/Travel/Adventure-Travel/types-of-adventure-travel
*** Adventure Travel: An Exhilarating Way to Explore the World
By Tom Williams
https://www.desertislandsurvival.com/adventure-travel-guide/
*** Is a Clear Membership Worth It? Here’s How to Try It for Free to Find Out
The expedited airport security service can save you extra time beyond TSA PreCheck.
By Paul Rubio and Lyndsey Matthews
https://www.afar.com/magazine/is-clear-worth-it-heres-how-to-try-it-for-free-to-find-out
*** The 10 Best College Towns in America
By Julia Hammond
https://www.thediscoverer.com/blog/the-coolest-college-towns-in-america/XvHyVpKgiwAG5ai3
*** I’ve visited nearly every US National Park. These 7 are perfect if you don’t like to hike.
By Emily Hart
*** Northern Living Spaces
By KIRA WRONSKA DORWARD
*** The 12 Best Hiking Destinations for Winter
If you’re operating on a three-season schedule, you’re missing out. Here are a dozen reasons to keep your boots at the ready.
By Olivia Dwyer
https://www.backpacker.com/trips/trips-by-state/florida-trails/best-winter-trails/
*** 7 Great Winter Backpacking Trips
Travel south and stay warm for a long walk on these worthy winter trails
B Matt Bell
https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/7-great-winter-backpacking-trips/
*** The Best Time of Year to Visit the New 7 Wonders of the World
By Julia Hammond
*** Rail Trail of the Month
September 2024
Hawai’i’s Ke Ala Hele Makālae, Kauai, Hawaii
By Cindy Barks
https://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/2024/september/05/hawaiis-ke-ala-hele-makalae/
October 2024
Texas’ A-train Rail Trail
By Emilia Benton
https://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/2024/october/07/texas-a-train-rail-trail/
*** Trail/Outdoor/Conservation volunteer opportunities (see listings below for links):
1.) Trail Race Volunteers, Merrimack Parks & Recreation, MERRIMACK, NH
https://www.volunteermatch.org/results/opp_detail.jsp?oppid=1823899
2.) Trail Work at Greenbelt Park, National Park Service, National Capital Parks-East, Greenbelt, Maryland
https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ000001FOW5/trail-work-at-greenbelt-park
3.) Volunteer Positions, Trail Upkeep Volunteer, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Trenton, Michigan
https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.119155/
4.) Volunteer Train Conductor, B&O RAILROAD MUSEUM, Baltimore, MD
5.) Trail Construction and Wildlife Habitat Enhancement, Carr Creek Lake Dam, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sassafras, Kentucky
6.) A.T. Photographer / Videographer
Trail Management & Restoration, Lyman Woods William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center, Downers Grove, IL
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2124955.jsp
7.) Trail Rover Volunteer, Wapato Lake NWR, Fish & Wildlife Service, Gaston, Oregon
*** Travel/Outdoor/Conservation job opportunities (see listings below for links):
1.) Communications and Digital Specialist, Sierra Club, Lansing, MI
https://jobs.lever.co/sierraclub/09001e1c-211a-4d97-82dd-acb8825daea9
2.) Outdoor Programs Instructor, Chewonki Foundation, Wiscasset, Maine
https://jobs.nonprofitmaine.org/company/chewonki-foundation-1477
3.) Marketing and Communications Manager, VP STUDENT ENROLLMENT, ENGAGEMENT & SERVICES, Old Dominion University, Commonwealth of Virginia, Norfolk, VA
4.) Communications Specialist (Hybrid), Alabama Scenic River Trail, Montgomery, Alabama
https://careers.alabamanonprofits.org/job/communications-specialist-montgomery-alabama-1542
5.) Social Media Specialist, VisitNorfolk, Norfolk, VA
https://www.simplyhired.com/job/Q7U-3tiz7dc8WyAxkO5MELiUjf7Z75URGB7vU73d9b-lpWwGSWg14A
6.) Managing Director, Conservation Nation, Conservation Nation, Washington D.C.
https://www.workforgood.org/job/621010/managing-director-conservation-nation/
7.) Food & Beverage Communications Agent, The Resort at Paws Up, Greenough, MT
8.) Resort Beverage Manager, The Resort at Paws Up, Greenough, MT
9.) Conservation Marketing Specialist, Wildlife Restoration Foundation, Remote/Flexible
10.) Business Manager (Marketing and Communications Department), Central Park Conservancy, New York City, New York
https://www.workforgood.org/job/620939/business-manager-marketing-and-communications-department-/
*** From Andrew Hudson’s Jobs List:
11.) Communications Manager, Crested Butte, Crested Butte, Colorado
https://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/jobs/communications-manager-in-crested-butte-colorado-us-2/
12.) Sr. Director of Corporate & Employee Communications, Vail Resorts, Broomfield, Colorado
13.) Director of Technology, Washington Trails Association, Seattle, WA
https://ecojobs.com/job/washington-trails-association-seattle-wa-director-of-technology/
14.) Public Affairs Specialist and Partnership Coordinator to the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent, Gateway Arch National Park (JEFF), St. Louis, Missouri
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806509300
16.) Full-time Ranch Hand needed at Deer Breeding Facility & Hunting Ranch in southwest Texas, Dead Man’s Pass Ranch, Comstock, TX
17.) High Divide Rangeland Ecologist, The Nature Conservancy, Dillon, Montana
18.) Recreation Assistant – Outdoor Guide, CNRNW Naval Air Station Whidbey Island N92,Commander, Navy Installations, Department of the Navy, Oak Harbor, Washington
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/799783200
19.) Executive Director, Sudbury Valley Trustees, Sudbury, Massachusetts
https://www.svtweb.org/about-svt/job-volunteer-opportunities
20.) Senior Attorney – Ocean Conservation, Conservation Law Foundation, Boston, MA
https://www.daybook.com/jobs/9n6cJD3ZwtPEJx8z2
21.) Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Aquatic Support), Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), Yorktown, VA
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4042354025/
22.) North Idaho Elk Guide Position, IDAHO
Looking for a guide to add to our small operation, We are picky who we hire, but are like a family here at camp. We are looking for good ethics and reliable guides.
Looking for someone with least one season of elk hunting, archery/bulging would be a plus.
This position would be for every fall —>Sept/Oct/Nov Guiding Archery Elk, Rifle Elk & Whitetails.
Paid training, all food, lodging are provided, plus gas while here. Ideally like to train for couple weeks & start Guiding Oct.10th
Basic mechanics is needed & Need to be in good shape to get around. In and out of service, Please text first 208-301-7050
23.) Hunting Lodge Chef & Hospitality Manager, Bar H Bar Ranch, Lampasas, TX
https://www.ranchwork.com/job/hunting-lodge-chef-hospitality-manager-needed-in-lampasas-texas/
24.) Cloud Camp Mule Skinner ($18.00 /hr), The Broadmoor Hotel, Colorado Springs, CO
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Ha’ina ‘ia mai ana ka’puana
(And So The Story Is Told)
-Traditional ending to Hawaiian songs