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Wild Jobs: Avalanche Forecaster

January 23, 2020 Tyler Dixon

As long as I live, I’ll hear waterfalls and birds and winds sing. I’ll interpret the rocks, learn the language of flood, storm and the avalanche. I’ll acquaint myself with the glaciers and wild gardens, […]

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Wild Jobs: Gear Shop Owner

October 31, 2019 Tyler Dixon

Regardless of what you’re doing, outdoor activities all require equipment of some sort and if you’re anything like me you aren’t committed to just one sport, so the gear just continues to pile up. Outdoor […]

Lifestyle

Wild Jobs: Hiking Guide

October 17, 2019 Tyler Dixon

“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity.”                       […]

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Wild Jobs Part Nineteen: Cave Guide

September 16, 2019 Tyler Dixon

Long time readers will remember me Entering the Rat’s Nest with Canmore Cave Tours a few years ago. That post told the story of my exciting subterranean adventure exploring one of Canada’s longest cave systems. […]

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Wild Jobs Part Seventeen: Helicopter Pilot

August 28, 2019 Tyler Dixon

People come from all over the world to gaze in wonder at the Canadian Rockies. There are so many ways to immerse yourself in their rugged beauty, from your own two feet to the back […]

Wild Jobs Part Sixteen: Plaid Goat Mountain Bike Festival Organizer
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Wild Jobs Part Sixteen: Festival Organizer

May 20, 2019 Tyler Dixon

Summer is the time for festivals. They have become a staple of our warmest months and provide opportunities to connect with many like-minded individuals. There are numerous possibilities that exist to suit your own unique […]

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Wild Jobs Part Thirteen: Mountaineering Guide

March 18, 2019 Tyler Dixon

“Earth and sky, woods and fields, lakes and rivers, the mountain and the sea, are excellent schoolmasters, and teach some of us more that what we could learn from books.” ~John Lubbock When asked about […]

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Wild Jobs Part Eleven: Snow Groomer

February 11, 2019 Tyler Dixon

It’s been awhile since I’ve published a new story in my series highlighting Wild Jobs. Just recently I had the pleasure of collaborating with the Lake Louise Ski Resort again for the latest installment of […]

Outdoors

Wild Jobs Part Ten: Snow School Instructor

February 16, 2018 Tyler Dixon

Skiing and snowboarding are favourite pastimes for many Albertans during the long winter months. Spending time with family and friends at any of our fabulous winter resorts is an amazing way to enjoy the coldest […]

Outdoors

Wild Jobs Part Nine: Mountain Safety Manager

March 5, 2017 Tyler Dixon

“The sensual caress of waist deep cold smoke…glory in skiing virgin snow, in being the first to mark the powder with the signature of their run.”                   […]

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