Training Day

Spent Monday training in Anchorage for what to expect, safety and environment. Lesson be safe and do not disturb the wildlife or environment. Driving off road, even to avoid an animal is immediate grounds for dismissal. Drive slow, look and be aware. If stopped for say a Caribou herd, and you leave the vehicle to take a picture, and one of them turns there head because they noticed you, is considered harassing the wildlife, and grounds for being written up or worse. If a fox corners you, you cannot shoo it away. It is my responsibility to be aware of my surroundings and make sure I will not be cornered. This sounds extreme, but I am sure happens. Point is to not alter the environment (Prime Directive). It was made very clear to us we are only guests in this habitat and are to do everything possible to minimize impact. We are responsible and will be held accountable for our actions as individuals and Black Booked off of Slope for gross negligence.