R&R

I'm back. Rest and Relaxation. It's been 18 days since my last day off; a stretch in which I've racked up more than 250 hours of paid work time. I have fought 2 fires (Old Man Fire in Chicken, AK and Brock Road Fire in North Pole, AK) and been immersed in the demands of wildfire fighting. I am mentally and physically worn down - beat up more like. I am loving it, but some days I hate it. I have never done anything more difficult in my life. After being out in the woods for so long it is a bit overwhelming to be back in the world.

Here are some photos. I must say though that any picture I take can't do the whole experience justice. Really the only time I remember to pull out my camera is when there is a lull in the action. I'll try to do better in the future. I hope everyone is doing well.

Urban Interface

1 a.m.

"The Saws"

The North Stars