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  • j_robytosolarpunk memesTroublemakers
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    3 months ago

    Brutal! Really sorry to hear that. Sounded like you liked it.

    Thanks man. Almost 20yr long profession, and I think this is finally what’s gonna get me to switch things up.

    You should maybe try Nursery work - there are companies out there that supply plants for reclamation projects.

    Funny enough, one of the few gigs I applied to while waiting to hear the news from my boss was in fact a reclamation project, helping with the large dam removal here in OR. They had filled the position already tho. But that is the kind of career pivot I’d love to make!

    But, I do love me some harebrained schemes! I’m all ears if you hear of anything.

    Moving back to the city will be good for me - it’s where all my people and support networks are, it’s just not what I’d prefer to be doing long term.


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    3 months ago

    No more ladies currently growing unfortunately…

    A wildfire a few years ago hurt the business, and an ice storm this last winter sealed the deal - the company folded… About to move back to the city soon in hopes of better employment





  • j_robytoNews@lemmy.world94 large wildfires burn across US.
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    3 months ago

    Oregonian here. There’s currently over 100 fires burning across our state. 5 of them currently considered mega-fires.

    Our state-level firefighters, as well as the federal-level are seriously, seriously underpaid. If you’re the letter-to-politician-writing type, please help advocate for better pay and benefits for our firefighters



  • j_robytoSolarpunkRight To Repair + Repair Cafés 🛠️
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    3 months ago

    Its been awhile since I’ve lived in the city, and even longer since I’ve visited these folks’ place, but if you’re in the Portland, OR area Free Geek is definitely worth checking out!

    Copy paste from their “about” section:

    We are a non-profit organization with a mission: to repurpose technology and discover sustainable solutions while providing educational resources. Our ultimate aim is to foster a vibrant community where individuals are empowered to unlock their full potential. Through our dedicated efforts, we strive to transform the world by leveraging technology, sustainability, and education to create a brighter, more inclusive future, where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and make a meaningful impact…

    Free Geek’s goal is to divert technology that would otherwise be recycled or thrown away, refurbish it, and give it back to our community at no or low cost.