Palssonater Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Well the word is in. They are looking for technicians to transfer from homebase here in Winnipeg area, to go "Up North" to a little hydro town called Gillam. The majority of the power generated is in the north and they need just as many guys up there as down here. Problem is, that is 15hour drive away. The pay is amazing, and with Jenn being a nurse and able to work up there, I wonder if this is suited for me. I am Mr. Outdoors compared to the other techs here. I can't see them moving to a town that is hours away from any major city. This town is like the end of the line. The road stops there. Only train from there to Churchill. I mean this is up NORTH. Close to Hudson bay. I will attach a picture so you can see what I am talking about. We already have a couple of friends living there from college. The thing is that I have become used to my southern life. I like hunting fields, I like the prairies and I will miss my bird hunting the most. They have caribou that go through town. That is a big plus. There will be no shortage of large game up there. Lots of fishing. The thing is that the decision is permanent for at least 5 years or better. That is a long time to be away from "home". We do have some family, 3 hours away in Thompson MB. Hydro does make it worth their employee's while to go there too. Kind of excited. I don't know what I should do. SOrry this is rambling... The thought process is all over the place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutchies Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! How much more we talking about? Do they have room for an Okie that just wants to move in for 5 years make big money and hunt. Pray about it then sit down with your wife and compare the pros and cons of each on paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palssonater Posted July 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! She wants to go. She has $$$ in her eyes. That is one reason I am afraid. If we go we'll be there for long time and there is no getting out of it. If she doesn't like it we are in trouble. But I can't see her not liking it. She loves boating, likes to make and spend money, and has lived in remote locations before. The money for us would be close to double our annual wage(combined) down here. Its just something that I will have to think about really hard, as they are asking for reponses to go. I think I am the only guy thinking of volunteering. If no one wants to go, they draw names. Guys quit every year when they are forced to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! Man, that's a long ways up there. Polarbear country by the looks of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! It sounds like a good opportunity. As difficult as it may be, I wouldn't let the money factor in as being a reason to move. Good Luck with what ever you decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muggs Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! Money doesn't always equal happiness, but doubling your money is always nice. As long as you really think it over, and you and your wife understand that it might get rough, I think you should do it. Plus you have friends and family near by, that will buffer the tranistion. Hey it's Northern Canada, not Communists Russia, if things are so bad you and your wife can't take it. I'm sure you can find another job, with another company. Sounds like a really interesting opportunity, and I'm with Hutchies and this one, if you need a buckeye's help, I'll be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missed160 Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! 5 yrs isn't that long.. As long as she can work, I think it would be hard to pass up the OPPOTUNITY.. If you both go into it with a positve outlook, a 5 yr adventure for a chance to significantly change your lifelong finacial situation may be well worth it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronS Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! I agree with hutchies advice, pray on it and discuss with your wife. 15 hours drive would not be that bad to do once or twice a year to get back home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nosdog2 Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! Being that I am in the military and am acustom to moving and being away from my immediate family I will chime in. I think it is a great experice to take, like others have said it is "only" a five year hitch and you can make some good money doing it. You will get to meet an entire new friend base out there and I would assume a different way of living all together. So I would def discuss all your options and take a risk with the move. I think you won't regret it. BTW, if you do move up there, I will come visit during carabou season. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! I guess as long as you don't mind the -40 degree temps every day in the winter, and -60 to -70 degree windchills... you'll be alright! That really is a tough decision bud, but heck, for double the money, and if you'd have a nice warm home in the winter, I'd do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshM Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! I agree with shaun with more money and a warm i house i would do it to! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherguy Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! If your significant other is willing, i would go in a heartbeat. Great pay, great place for any hunter/fisherman! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palssonater Posted July 28, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! Well talked it over with her last night and she is all for it. She is going to call the Gillam Hospital and see what chance of getting there and going straight to work would be. I am pretty excited acutally. I thought about it all last night(couldn't close my eyes) and I think that I would really enjoy it. Also! That way I get to stop commuting to work 90 miles round trip everyday. Jenn does the same. That is a lot of miles to rack up on the vehicles. Gillam is a small town. Everything is basically within walking distance. You can drive you snowmobile or quad through town without too much hastle. I could get my 3/4 ton chevy too! Hmmmm, this gets better the more I think about it. Housing is subsidized(sp?) so cost of living is relatively low. We are renting a house and yard right now, so anything is better than that. Just gotta e-mail the right people today and it will be done. Yikes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacherman Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! congratulations man! i hope everything goes well for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 Re: Life Changing Decision! Sounds like you made your decision. That's cool. If I were younger and no family, I'd consider a move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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