<p>Today, I will be speaking with a lifelong carpenter who found a way to combine his special skills with adventure to create a completely new lifestyle.</p> <p>Rick McClure discovered Workamping in a way that couldn’t have been more unexpected.</p> <p>After retiring, Rick came across a post about a cabin-building opportunity just outside Glacier National Park.</p> <p>He responded quickly, which led to a phone call and, within minutes, he had secured a position that turned into one of the most rewarding experiences of his life.</p> <p>Rick shares how his skills as a carpenter opened the door to a Workamping role that combined meaningful work, flexible hours and an incredible location on 180 acres near the east entrance of Glacier.</p> <p>He talks about building cabins and decks, serving as a camp host, and enjoying daily encounters with wildlife and travelers from around the world.</p> <p>Rick also explains how this opportunity allowed him to work on his own terms, earn a solid wage, and even create a memorable summer experience with his daughter.</p> <p>If you’ve ever wondered how your existing skills could translate into a Workamping lifestyle, or how one opportunity can lead to many more, Rick’s story is a great example of what’s possible when you simply take a chance and say yes to Workamping.</p> <p>Rick’s story is a great reminder that Workamping doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it starts with a single conversation and a willingness to jump in.</p> <p>For Rick, that leap led to a fulfilling role where he could use the skills he developed over a lifetime, enjoy the outdoors, meet interesting people and create a lifestyle that fits exactly what he wants at this stage of life.</p> <p>His story highlighted the flexibility of Workamping, the value of trusting your instincts when evaluating an opportunity, and the importance of finding a good fit with the people you work with.</p> <p>Rick also showed how Workamping can open doors to future opportunities, including additional projects and new locations, all while maintaining control over your schedule and workload.</p> <p>As he looks ahead, Rick plans to continue returning to the Glacier National Park area while exploring other opportunities. That proves Workamping can be a stable source of income and a source of adventure at the same time.</p> <p>If you’d like to connect with Rick and learn more about his experience, you can find him on Facebook under the name <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ricky.rooster.2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ricky Rooster</a> in Pasco, Wash.</p> <p>If you’d like to explore opportunities like the one Rick found, be sure to visit Workamper.com to discover a wide range of Workamping positions across the country.</p> <p>Today’s episode is sponsored by Workamper News. Wouldn’t it be nice if Workamping job listings for your ideal location just appeared in your email inbox? They can when you’re a Workamper News member.</p> <p>Join Workamper News today to start using the best toolkit for finding your next Workamping gig.</p> <p>When they turn on job alert emails, members can select to receive help-wanted ads for just one state or all the states they want to be in.</p> <p>Each email contains the full ad text so there’s no need to have to click a link, go to a website and then hunt around for the ad to see if the job even interests you.</p> <p>The job finding process is easier with Workamper News. Join today at <a href="http://www.workamper.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.workamper.com</a>.</p> <p>That’s all for this week’s show. Next time I will be speaking with a woman who makes a good living as a Workamper by traveling to places she wants to visit and applying protective coating to RV roofs. I will have that interview on the next episode of The Workamper Show. Thank you for listening.</p>