The Journey - Part Thrice

The Fish and Wildlife (F&W) Mountain Quail Technician job in Frenchglen did not work out. The Biologist called a couple nights ago to tell me that there were two applicants with prior experience with this type of work. I was qualified for the job because of my ranching (and other work) experience and he acknowledged that he felt that I would have done a good job but they had two others (and he said this wasn't typical) who had experience in this type of project. He suggested continuing to watch the F&W website for openings and that some of the Technician positions are permanent positions. After going back to their website, I noticed that there are two other summer positions (June-Sept) out of the Hines station. Did I say I really liked it over there? However, these type of summer jobs are probably in high demand for college students who are pursuing a degree in F&W Science.

I have signed up for Postal Battery Exam 460 for a position as a Rural Route Carrier Associate. This is not a "career position" but these carriers may be considered for career positions when they become available. These are the only positions advertised right now on the Oregon USPS site. I signed up for the Eugene test, but I will also look at opportunities with other towns, I am not sure whom to contact, but I will be looking into it further.

I am also looking at more long-term possibilities with the F&W and am considering finishing a degree in F&W Science. I have always enjoyed Biology and God's Creation. However, this brings up an interesting dilemma. My previous plan at finishing a "University Degree" was to finish what I started at UO, because I am a Duck. In fact I still own a website titled "DUCKBUS.COM". I already did the paperwork to re-enroll. So I figured if pursuing a position with F&W I would get a degree in Biology from the UO because I am a Duck. Did I say I am a Duck?!?! However … the Biology degrees offered at UO are not really ecology based. They are more medical and research type degrees. But the school up the road … I can't say the name right now … has a degree in F&W. So, what do I do? …Do you have any idea how many students I have given a hard time for becoming a Beav (there, I almost said it)? I am a Duck!!! ARRGH!

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