Dream Careers for Lovers of the Great Outdoors
Does the prospect of spending the rest of your life strapped behind a desk scare the life out of you? If you are a lover of adventure and the great outdoors, then why not pursue a different path? There are plenty of dream careers out there to explore. In this guide, we’re going to give you some ideas.
Fitness Coach
If you have an interest in health and fitness, why not get out there and become a trainer? You don’t have to constrict yourself to the gym, and there is a growing trend for outdoor fitness sessions in amazing environments. You’ll need to have a background in physiology, nutrition and some basic biology and exercise science. You should also seek out some certification in the field you want to train in. For example, if you want to teach people to become triathletes, you should take a course with the USA Triathlon Association. As people become more aware of the importance of balancing their work lives with fitness, there will be plenty of customers banging on your door.
Park Ranger
A keen interest in conservation and wildlife is what you need to become a park ranger. You should also be good with people, as a lot of the job will involve you sharing your knowledge with the general public. Your first step should be to get a qualification in conservation or environmental management. The higher you progress, the more opportunities for promotion you will find. You can also bolster your chances of getting a good job as a ranger by volunteering as much as possible. National parks are always looking for people to help out, and it’s a great way to show your enthusiasm while you are at college.
Ski Instructor
Fancy a career living in the mountains and skiing or snowboarding every day? Then commit to a ski instructor course and see how far you can go. It’s a great career move for people that love being in the great outdoors and out in the snow. And, of course, you will have the opportunity to work in some of the most stunning environments on the planet. Plus, you’ll get a lot out of helping people improve their skiing skills. One for those of you who enjoy the colder climes.
Marine Biologist
If you have a natural affinity for the ocean and all the life it contains, then perhaps a career as a marine biologist will suit you. Your best bet is to get to at least Master’s level in marine biology or oceanography – and your job opportunities will be even greater if you get a Ph.D. There will be a lot of travel involved to some spectacular places, and you will study and see plenty of amazing underwater wildlife. Plus, of course, you’ll be able to slip in the fact you’re a marine biologist to anyone that asks. And, no doubt, even those that don’t! Marine biology also isn’t the only science field career that will get you outdoors. Gwynedd Mercy University outlines a number of other career options for biology students, including botany, ecology and working in state parks.
Busker
Finally, one for the musical folks out there. If you have an artistic gift, why not share it with the public? Although the pay can be unpredictable at times, as you progress you will begin to learn the odd trick here or there that can pull in that little bit extra. It’s a great way to see the world, too. There are no startup costs other than what you spend on an instrument. And, as long as you ensure you are licensed to busk wherever you are, you can do it almost anywhere.
