Ep 52 | Alison Van Dusen: Nomadic Park Ranger & World Traveler

The Globetrotter Lounge

I talk with Alison Van Dusen, a backcountry park ranger who has worked in 20 U.S. National Parks over the last 28 years. In between seasonal work, she lives as a nomad and travels around the world – often doing volunteer service work. She has been to at least 30 countries on six continents, and even spent 2 summers working in the South Pole.

Alison shares what sparked her love of travel, how she became a park ranger, and why she started traveling internationally. She also shares amazing stories, tips for volunteering abroad, and how she’s navigating the pandemic.

Learn more about Alison in the show notes and feel free to say hi to her at [e-mail].

Visit my website to learn more about me, and say hi on social media: @jetsetlisette.

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