Aurora in Healy, March 2023

Me & C

Roaming: Shenandoah River to the Alaska Range

Dry Cabin Office, Week 12 in Healy

I am working for Shenandoah National Park 16 hours per week until they hire a new Recreational Fees Budget Analyst. Thanks to a cell phone booster & mobile hotspot on my phone I have been able to work remotely since we arrived in Healy.

The lack of running water isn’t a big deal. The only difference is the situational awareness required during a trip to the outhouse. With indoor plumbing I generally continue to think about work during a break. To stay safe, I now need to disconnect from work and look for moose or a bear. In early April I somehow missed a moose stripping bark near the outhouse until I was halfway there.

2 a.m. this morning: no moose, plenty of light

With only 310 square feet in our cabin I have a temporary kitchen table office rather than a dedicated home office as in VA. It isn’t ideal, but it workable, especially with the limited hours I am working.

Melissa Rudacille

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3 responses to “Dry Cabin Office, Week 12 in Healy”

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    donnamcleod7

    Dear Melissa:
    Welcome to the most common Alaska outback “ off grid “office – the kitchen table and ify WiFI.
    Our moose our like out of door dogs else where. Unlikely on a leash and very unpredictable., but just a heck of alot bigger!
    It just takes me longer to get stuff done. Some days are better than some! Especially with WiFi.
    Donna

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      Melissa Rudacille

      A heck of a lot bigger for sure!

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