Cubicle life is not for everyone. Some people have a need to be out of doors for most of their life, including work. Working outside of an office can still be lucrative. If you are one of those people, you could explore high paying positions like oil field jobs in North Dakota, or you could look at some of the other options available.
Landscape Architect
Though you will have to spend some time in an office, it is minimal compared to the joy of exploring a site and designing parks, playgrounds, and natural outdoor environments around office buildings. Site visits will be frequent, and you get to bring out the best of nature in all the areas you design. Bringing harmony to industrial environments and rehabilitating former building sites or parking lots keeps you connected to the environment.
Beekeeper
Bees are becoming at risk of extinction due to pesticides and parasites. Being a beekeeper can not only be a well-paying career choice, but you can be part of saving a species. Bees are also critical to grow many crops. Bonuses of the job are the delicious honey and multi-purpose beeswax.
Marine Biologist
Another good option for ecology-minded ocean-loving professionals is marine biology. Studying the effects humans have on coral reefs and migrating habits of ocean life are just two examples of the research projects on which marine biologists work. In this profession, you may work with sophisticated technology, or you may work with low-tech tools such as nets and specimen containers. You’ll need a good head for science and research to be a good fit for this vocation.
Race Manager
For all you running enthusiasts, you’ll recognize that races can’t organize themselves. It takes a lot of people and a lot of coordination to solicit sponsorships, get permits and organize volunteers, not to mention advertising for race participants and overseeing the sign-ins on race day. That’s where those natural organizers can really shine in the position of race manager.
River Rafting Guide
If you love being active and you aren’t afraid of fast water, a river rafting guide may be the job for you. Since this is a seasonal job, it’s perfect for part-time work. You get to teach customers about safety, share your knowledge of the area and your love of rafting. The pay is not bad for doing something you love to do anyway in your free time.
