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  • @JM-bb8xi
    @JM-bb8xi Před 3 lety +15

    When you're young, go for it. Afterwhile living on your employers terms, with little to no job security gets old. If your young go for it.

  • @katiem9400
    @katiem9400 Před 5 lety +38

    Please keep making these, they’re so interesting to me! I’m moving to Yellowstone this summer and these vids are so informative!! 💕

    • @matheusdearaujo5312
      @matheusdearaujo5312 Před 5 lety

      Katie M which part?

    • @eddysardinas
      @eddysardinas Před 5 lety

      Ill be a manager at Canyon Village Cafeteria this Summer! If you’re close by I hope to see you around!

    • @amtsprings5
      @amtsprings5 Před 5 lety

      Eddy S I’ll be in Canyon also

  • @ShaneEvans-ev9oy
    @ShaneEvans-ev9oy Před rokem +8

    Also there appears to be a rapant drug/alcohol problem in seasonal work

  • @idboo1234
    @idboo1234 Před rokem +8

    In other words you're not on vacation you're at work ha ha

  • @VagariVenust
    @VagariVenust Před rokem +6

    I lived in Yosemite for 6years! I just left on Christmas. It's year long of you want, even in seasonal roles. It's also unionized, which can be cool and also really suck at the same time. 😆
    I thought I would only stay 1 summer!
    Also, I've done Denali a season and when I was there, people really enjoyed working at the places in the glitter gulch, including the salmon bake (but NOT the housing), and princess ( the housing is also weird).
    Inside the park itself is also good. It's mostly busses and support. There is also a small cafe/sandwich spot. OH and an employee only bar in a train car!!! 🤣🤣 the edr in the park is also alot better that the other sister location in DPV.

  • @dtchsamstrdm
    @dtchsamstrdm Před 3 lety +7

    Thanks for all the good pointers. None of that sounds too bad. Sounds like something that would be really fun to do

  • @erikamitchell6204
    @erikamitchell6204 Před 3 lety +9

    Dude me and my boyfriend are going to Yellowstone in September… the part about the internet… we’re actually relieved to not have Verizon wireless lmaoo. We are so prepared to have limited contact with the outside world

    • @_avisualz
      @_avisualz Před 3 lety

      I wanted to do it with my boyfriend but I don’t think he wants to do this 😕 good luck though!

    • @Papiheadhuncho
      @Papiheadhuncho Před 6 měsíci

      How was the experience

    • @joy-jr7dg
      @joy-jr7dg Před 6 měsíci

      That's what I want✌️

  • @christophergrant3596
    @christophergrant3596 Před 2 lety +6

    I was just hired in 2022 for my first seasonal position and in Yellowstone of all places!
    But it’s good to know about the cons.

  • @morganharris9977
    @morganharris9977 Před 3 měsíci +1

    All I’m hearing is just good, hard work!

  • @kmc1steelers998
    @kmc1steelers998 Před měsícem

    SO TRUE . My son worked in MOAB and he said it was rampant among visitors and some seasonal workers. My son said the he was happy to get his friends to work out there with him to avoid drug addict nasty roommates. He did everything from housekeeping , kitchen, maintenance and than did night auditing. He is well rounded, but as he stated it can be completely exhausting. He worked the busiest times during the summer, they did not have RA's but they did have the GM assistant stop by for inspections. He said Winter out there was a ghost town, and probably the best time to work out there. lol.

  • @Hetalia973
    @Hetalia973 Před 2 lety +2

    lmao some of these sound great! i love the concept of quiet hours lol!!! as it should be, quiet is awesome :))

  • @mysterythekitsune2988
    @mysterythekitsune2988 Před 5 lety +3

    Well I know to be careful if ever have to clean a dish cleaner cause I do not want to rush when working on something like that and get my finger cut, at home with my family I cannot rush cleaning up our home daily, so when I work at a season job and near the end seasons I always know not to rush.

  • @kitchenking2801
    @kitchenking2801 Před 5 lety +5

    During the summer of 2015, the food in the EDR at Grant Village in Yellowstone was a 8 out of 10. I disagree with Carolyn on that. I do remember about a three day period during the summer when the food dropped significantly for about three days to 2 out of 10. Beats me what went wrong. I remember a younger worker commenting, "This place has sure gone to hell!" I laughed but agreed. That was the exception. Overall, a national park summer for me is an e-x-c-e-p-t-I-o-n-a-l experience.

    • @BPRescue
      @BPRescue Před 5 lety

      There is no doubt park food is what it is. It is OK, and for subsistence only. it's not why you are here.

  • @CanucksWontWin
    @CanucksWontWin Před 2 lety +1

    I’ve worked with Aramark, Xanterra, etc
    Togwotee, Lake Powell (Bullfrog, Offshore, Halls) Temple Bar, Stehekin, Chena Hot Springs, Death Valley, Tamarack, Glacier, Olallie Lake, Desert Valley, Crater Lake, etc.
    There’s a lot of good and bad. But I am done with seasonal work. It’s not the same. I started in 2005 and stopped last year (2021).
    I’m halfway through this video, but you haven’t mentioned laundry yet. Lol.
    Edit: Yes, you mentioned laundry!!!!!! Lol. I’ve done laundry at 03:00 in the morning. I feel that!

  • @masterself100
    @masterself100 Před 4 lety +2

    Good to know and very interesting points made. Thanks for the heads up!

  • @Komijoyo677
    @Komijoyo677 Před 4 lety +6

    This sounds stressful and I just got out of the navy.

  • @jasonmontez6232
    @jasonmontez6232 Před 5 lety +11

    You’re hella cute. It’s my first season as a server at lake hotel at YNP. You made me smile and feel relieved watching all your videos. Thank you CC

  • @martinezviktori
    @martinezviktori Před 5 lety +9

    I just got a job as Kitchen Crew, in Canyon Village, any tips and advice is much appreciated. I am so nervous because I feel like I am going in blind

    • @thomascochran8669
      @thomascochran8669 Před 3 lety +1

      I worked at canyon in 1980.it was kinda fun,doesnt help being a quiet person,I was a dishwasher and eventually went to work in the cafeteria.food was ok,but not special.the only thing I didnt like was what was taken out of your check.they are right,you dont need a strong box to take your pay home.I met some pretty girls there,sadly never saw them again.I met one gal named bobbi there and got attached to her.we corresponded for a while and it ended after awhile.found out about 6 years later she had gotten married.first time I cried like a baby. Its been 40 years since then,

    • @bearcarmack1186
      @bearcarmack1186 Před 2 lety

      Yeah I'm working this season of 2022 via Mammoth EDR. Even though I am very excited, 👏 at the same time I feel like I'm "going in blind" too! 🤪

  • @ruvenqal
    @ruvenqal Před 4 lety +4

    i worked at Old Faithful EDR i went out of my way to cook items for vegetarians and vegans try esting there Glenn is Great

    • @thomascochran8669
      @thomascochran8669 Před 3 lety

      when I worked there the food was average.my favorite was pudding mixed with graham crackers,christ its no wonder I still love pudding

  • @0906blue
    @0906blue Před 4 lety +6

    Thanks for being honest cause of course a hiring agency is going to tell you anything to get you there. I'm 51, is anyone my age working there ?

    • @Michelle_9_27
      @Michelle_9_27 Před 4 lety +2

      0906blue I’m 50 and planning on going for the first time.

    • @Joesfosterdogs
      @Joesfosterdogs Před 4 lety

      did u go, if so please share???

    • @Michelle_9_27
      @Michelle_9_27 Před 4 lety

      Jeff Porcaro Groove I am not going due to the pandemic going on. They were very understanding and welcome me for the next season.

    • @Joesfosterdogs
      @Joesfosterdogs Před 4 lety

      @@Michelle_9_27 --Thanks...so this CV shut the door for this season? How did u decide at Coolworks WHAT specific location you wanted? Glad u like R Springfield...

    • @tessascarlett5367
      @tessascarlett5367 Před 3 lety

      yes! people from every age group work there!

  • @cathytuttle5537
    @cathytuttle5537 Před 5 lety +2

    Thank you.. I am thinking of trying out seasonal work. and I was thinking you were going to say you have an evil roommate and the pay sucks or managers treat you like trash.. but what you talked about..? to me these things are nothing.. yes, I know now all places are the same.. but still.. thanks.

    • @thomascochran8669
      @thomascochran8669 Před 3 lety

      I never had a bad roomate,I shared a room with 2 other people for a bit,then I went to what was called columbine dorm in 1980.sadlyI think it burned during the fires

  • @wer-o-Didache
    @wer-o-Didache Před rokem +1

    Thank you for uploading this video. I've seen many videos showing the good parts. It's nice to see honest opinions about the negative sides. I've been given the opportunity to work in Alaska at a park resort/lodge. They offered me a security guard position, and I was wondering if you had anything to say about your experiences with the security on site?

  • @lillyrush2436
    @lillyrush2436 Před 4 lety +4

    Love that you went vegetarian for this experience. How feasible did you think veganism would be at a park with the dining options? Do you tell them ahead of time? How many outside food options do you have? Like a store on site. I have no clue so thanks for any insight!

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 4 lety +3

      Thank you! I think being vegan is doable. If you have trouble finding options for you in the Employee Dining Room, there are General Stores at each location in the park where you could purchase other groceries!

  • @Joesfosterdogs
    @Joesfosterdogs Před 4 lety +5

    Excellent...they should hire you and Tim to be PR people! Tim has excellent videos...I'm older and feel I would make an excellent RA as an ex school teacher with classroom management and conflict resolution skills...you CAN live together well...leadership is needed! Many RA's remind me of young teachers--either too intense or too laid back...trying to find the balance. It is control issues or fear of losing control of the staff. There are great techniques to overcome this but it takes years of experience...

  • @TheProfessionalPR20
    @TheProfessionalPR20 Před 2 lety +3

    I have done seasonal jobs for 4 years now (cook). Worst experience was racism , bullied and drama. Work can be very hard, long hours and OT. Housing can be expensive. Free housing can mean the company will own you and your privacy can be invaded. Can be modern slavery. The Company probably use you. You will have to quit your rights at some places. Some places work is done by the color of skin. Example: black and brown will work very hard then those European with VISA permission and white will have easy jobs and then they will do less effort they can do. Some of them can steal your tips. Beware of Mobbing .

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania6294 Před 4 lety +2

    I need to bring laundry supplies, yes?

  • @barbaradiaz345
    @barbaradiaz345 Před 4 měsíci

    Should do a video on the pros of seasonal work .

  • @GuerreroDelInfo
    @GuerreroDelInfo Před 5 lety +4

    At canyon, at@t was the only one be that got reception. Not Verizon.

  • @annearly3200
    @annearly3200 Před 4 lety

    Did a summer in Yellowstone. The EDR were Nazis people were fired taking food out of the crapteria. The Asian staff were great but they would slam doors when the would hangout from dorm room to dorm room visiting their friends, and they did not drink it seasonal you need to drink. The internet sucked if wanted watch a video open before go to work it might be ready when you got home.

  • @ruvenqal
    @ruvenqal Před 4 lety +1

    you are back sorry i missed you

  • @sincerelysandi
    @sincerelysandi Před 2 lety +1

    Your CZcams name I like. Also great info❣️

  • @wsd469
    @wsd469 Před 5 lety +2

    Yup, deep cleaning canyon is not fun.

  • @michaeloddo2003
    @michaeloddo2003 Před 7 měsíci

    Avoid Sun Valley Resort in Idaho. Dorms are four to a room with no closets and NO, it is not free. $320 per month per bunk=$1,280 per month for a 10x12 room for the Company. If you are hired as a full timer or a j-1, you are golden, you can literally do no wrong. American seasonal workers are treated like disposable trash and Yes, you can be fired for Any reason or for NO reason at all.

  • @PrestonGranger
    @PrestonGranger Před 4 měsíci

    Quiet hours sound like a dream to me. No need for people to be blasting music after 11

  • @spreadthywordfreeworld9736

    Hi Carolyn! thanks for sharing so many important details about your experience it has been very helpful. I had a few questions if you have the time to answer would be lovely. I'm set to go from may 5th to Oct 17th this year. I will be staying at canyon village like you did and working for the gift shop there. You said your drove there. I too plan on driving. My main concerns are; 1.) Are the roads safe to travel in October? I know weather is unpredictable but just curios you're opinion being a fellow road warrior. 2.) Did you get any feedback from your peers there if working in the gift shop is a chill place to work? 3.) How is the social gatherings and romance in the park? Are there a good amount of attractive people there... mainly women since I'm a guy? lol I know women have a good eye for beauty ahaha I Hope that question doesn't make me sound shallow as I known beauty is from with in but physical beauty doesn't hurt. I'm just curios about what the social environment will consist of and if I'll be so lucky to find a fling in the park or lover or what ever you wanna call it. Any type of feedback would be greatly appreciated. :) Thanks again your videos are my best resource I have keep up the good work.

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 5 lety +3

      Hey! So 1) the roads are safe in October! It usually starts snowing heavily up there in November, so you should be good to go on that one! 2) I heard the gift shop is one of the best, and easiest, places to work. The hours are good and it doesn't open super early or close very late. 3) Romance in the park is a BLAST. There are lots of attractive women, in my opinion, that come to work there. It's super easy to date in the park and I have some friends that are still in long lasting relationships with people they met there! I also had a few flings while I was there and it's a really fun environment to "date" in. I'm so stoked you're going to work in Canyon village and I'll probably catch you around this summer! I usually go to Yellowstone 2-3 times a month!

    • @spreadthywordfreeworld9736
      @spreadthywordfreeworld9736 Před 5 lety +1

      Everything you said is music to my ears. Such a relieve I can't wait!! Sounds like a great experience . That's awesome that you come back and visit so often. It must have made a huge impact on your life to dedicate so much time to the park. I visited last September and was completely enchanted by the beauty there that I knew I had to come back sooner than later. Anyways maybe I'll catch you this summer. You'll know where to find me. Thank you so much for your time and insight! :)

    • @BPRescue
      @BPRescue Před 5 lety +3

      Unsure why, but no place have I been where friendship has spawned so quickly. Everyone is there to have fun and with far less drama than the real world. This goes both for friendship and romance. You don't have to worry about meeting people. The majority of employees coming in are young, either in school or just out and eager to make fast friends. It is the perfect environment. And do be sure to bring your car as you will want to be mobile for activities and not everyone has one... You don't want to depend on others. If you can fit a bike, do that as well. Not so much of an issue in Canyon, but Old Faithful can be nice.
      P.S. If you can, try to get reassigned to Old Faithful (Lodge or Inn) as there are more employees there and quite a bit more to do than Canyon in terms of both employee activities and broad range of outdoor activities as well. You will have a car sure, but it's also nice to have things to do in your back yard. Walking the Upper Geyser Basin after work, or especially in the middle of the night can be very rewarding w Watching old faithful when nobody is around as lit by the moonlight is pretty awesome as well. I worked there and to your questions, it is something I cherish many years later... You won't forget it...
      BTW, with a car comes more toys. If you fish, bring your gear, same for hiking, even audio, clothing, coolers, tent, sleeping bag (even two;), etc. You have quite a bit of space in the car, so having a bit of extra gear makes outdoor or any activity much easier. Again, many come here by plane, so they don't always have a lot. I lived in Jackson, so just threw everything in the back of my truck and it was awesome. Something i did not realize at the time, but quickly learned as soon as I arrived.

  • @carlytriplett1041
    @carlytriplett1041 Před 4 lety +3

    I’m not sure if I’m going to have a car, and they haven’t told me where I work. Do you think that would matter?

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 4 lety +4

      Hey! It shouldn't matter. They'll bus you to your location when you arrive and bus you to the airport or bus station when you leave! While you're working, you can always hitch hike or catch a ride with one of your coworkers!

    • @carlytriplett1041
      @carlytriplett1041 Před 4 lety

      Casually Carolyn do you think they would make sure you and your roommate are kinda on the same schedule?

    • @carlytriplett1041
      @carlytriplett1041 Před 4 lety

      Casually Carolyn I’m scared I’m not going to find anyone with a car

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 4 lety +1

      @@carlytriplett1041 They usually don't, you and your roommate may not work in the same place! You probably will make some friends with a car. A lot of people bring them. Like I said, you can always hitch hike too!

  • @0906blue
    @0906blue Před 4 lety +3

    How many hours a week do you have to work ? I'm good for 48.

  • @SunflowerGirlRV
    @SunflowerGirlRV Před 3 lety

    Hey .. Questions about uniforms !
    I will be driving my minivan up there ..so when u mentioned "uniforms when u check in " @6:40 ...where is "check in" ?
    and how many uniforms do u get ? Is it just shirts?

  • @KillerCroconaw
    @KillerCroconaw Před 5 lety +5

    Are people in seasonal work generally respectful? I’ve been bullied a lot in the past and I’m starting my first National Park job in May. I want to be able to make friends but I’ve been seen as an outcast in the past and never really had any real friendships.

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 5 lety +7

      From my experience, most people tend to be SO welcoming that work seasonal work. Everyone comes from all different backgrounds and really embraces each other. I can't imagine you having any issues at all with anyone bullying you. I think you will make friends, for sure!

    • @BPRescue
      @BPRescue Před 5 lety +6

      I'm with Carolyn on this. There is little judgement and just no room for drama. People perform seasonal work more for the experience in an amazing outdoor environment. Friendships are fast and true. People do form their own groups just by human nature, but it just seems everyone is here to have fun and don't really get into that other junk. In fact, I can't think of anyone ever having any negative experiences with people. Well, there was the time a few people moved my bed and all possessions out of my room as a prank. I deserved it as I am not above a joke or two, but I still talk to those guys today, many years later.
      Go, and give it every opportunity. I promise you will love it...

  • @infinitegaming1015
    @infinitegaming1015 Před 5 lety +2

    I just submitted my application today. Hope i get a job in canyon village

    • @Chellycelly
      @Chellycelly Před 4 lety +1

      DaXcrunner did you end up getting the job?

    • @infinitegaming1015
      @infinitegaming1015 Před 4 lety +4

      @@Chellycelly i did and it was a blast! best summer ever

  • @gardenerofthegalaxy
    @gardenerofthegalaxy Před 5 lety +3

    The internet issue is the only reason I turned down Xanterra and Yellowstone this year and am going to McCarthy Lodge in Wrangell-St Elias instead

    • @BPRescue
      @BPRescue Před 5 lety +2

      It's hard for me to understand this statement. You are in Yellowstone where you have the largest geothermal activity in the world. Geysers, hot springs, mountains, trails, rivers, lakes, wildlife and so much more. Why are you concerned about having a connection to the outside world for just a short stint of time in your life?
      That said, I can't knock Alaska to which has it's own grandeur, especially if you have already worked in Yellowstone. I just can't wrap my head around the internet being the difference. The reason one goes to these places are the outdoors. Bring your phone, but use it for pictures and videos, not Twitter...
      Yes I worked in Yellowstone, and it is a piece of my life I will always cherish.

    • @gardenerofthegalaxy
      @gardenerofthegalaxy Před 5 lety +1

      BPRescue I need the internet connection for my online courses. If I hadn't already paid for the courses I wouldn't care at all.

  • @DJBloxson-uw7np
    @DJBloxson-uw7np Před 5 lety +3

    Just a quick question. I put in an application and I’ve been waiting for quite some time now. How long did it take them to email you back when you submitted your application?

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 5 lety +3

      It took them a few weeks! I believe their e-mail is ynpjobs@xanterra.com if you submitted an application to work in Yellowstone, that would be the place to contact! You could just send them a follow-up e-mail explaining that you're inquiring about the status of your application. Good luck, dude! I hope you get the job!

    • @DJBloxson-uw7np
      @DJBloxson-uw7np Před 5 lety +2

      Casually Carolyn ok thanks! I love watching your reviews by the way. I’m going to work at Yellowstone with a friend in May!

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 5 lety +2

      @@DJBloxson-uw7np Thank you! (: I'm so excited for you!! You're seriously going to love it.

    • @caidyc
      @caidyc Před rokem

      It literally took 3 hrs. And I am in my 60’s

    • @DJBloxson-uw7np
      @DJBloxson-uw7np Před rokem

      @@caidyc this comment was from 4 years ago. Maybe learn how to read with your 60 years of “experience” ☺️

  • @JeffMorrisonAdventures
    @JeffMorrisonAdventures Před 6 měsíci

    Where are you at now a days? Why quit making videos?

  • @Ravlow23
    @Ravlow23 Před 3 lety

    Absolutely

  • @caitlynalexander3568
    @caitlynalexander3568 Před 2 lety

    Hey so I’m having a lot of trouble choosing between Mount Rushmore and Grand Canyon could you possibly help thank you

    • @Zzed45
      @Zzed45 Před rokem

      I heard those are both trash locations to work at

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania6294 Před 4 lety +3

    Can a person request extra uniforms?

    • @CasuallyCarolyn
      @CasuallyCarolyn  Před 4 lety +2

      I believe you can! They gave me three uniforms or so, so I was able to wash them every couple of days and have enough.

    • @petuniaromania6294
      @petuniaromania6294 Před 4 lety +1

      You've been extremely helpful, thank you so much.

  • @BonBonHassan
    @BonBonHassan Před 3 lety +1

    Lol this sounds like my life in the army 😫

  • @dw0176
    @dw0176 Před 2 lety

    Hi. Have ever work at the YMCA Rocky in Colorado?

  • @Only1Dash-
    @Only1Dash- Před 5 měsíci

    Which job did you work for that season?

  • @michaeladecker1938
    @michaeladecker1938 Před 2 lety

    Have you heard about aramark? and if so should I do it?

  • @Haas2003
    @Haas2003 Před 4 lety +1

    Do you have experience with aramark by any chance?

  • @adambarnett4320
    @adambarnett4320 Před 5 lety +5

    Lol they're RC's 😂😂😂

  • @percyzecher744
    @percyzecher744 Před 4 lety +1

    Can you cook your own food there???

  • @crimsonsnow4579
    @crimsonsnow4579 Před 4 lety +1

    I appreciate the Truck out of this video

  • @SunflowerGirlRV
    @SunflowerGirlRV Před 3 lety

    Can u text ... And in have tmobile

  • @jamesconnelly9055
    @jamesconnelly9055 Před rokem +1

    So much vocal fry.

  • @sandothemando8924
    @sandothemando8924 Před 2 lety

    You look like Thomasin McKenzie.

  • @isaimedel8152
    @isaimedel8152 Před 9 měsíci

    No more videos

  • @thomascochran8669
    @thomascochran8669 Před 3 lety

    Dear cc,dont know how old you are,it would have working at the same time.ps your cute

  • @raybro2841
    @raybro2841 Před rokem

    You look like one of the coworkers I'd ask out and make the whole situation awkward and then I'd have to move back home and forget the dream. Lol

    • @ofaestival
      @ofaestival Před rokem +3

      What the god damn hell are you talking about mate?

  • @caidyc
    @caidyc Před rokem +1

    Your vocal fry is ear splitting.

  • @rya7642
    @rya7642 Před rokem

    She said eat cereal