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Make a Plan for Housing
Make a Plan for Housing
Housing options differ depending on where you'll be based. We have established recommendations for some locations and more general tips for everyone.
For terrestrial AIM, our Ecological Monitoring Program Facebook group is a great place to connect with other GBI employees for housing and camping recommendations. Join here!
Nevada is 87% public land, which is more than any other state in the lower 48! Colorado is 43% public, and Oregon is 60%. Many of our seasonal staff members choose to camp in their time off rather than renting, though this option is not for everyone. For more information on camping, check out the car camping tab.
In Reno, previous seasonal GBI employees have rented at apartment complexes or hostels, including the Morris Burner Hostel. You may also want to consider housing choices in Carson City or Sparks.
In Las Vegas, Allanza at the Lakes has been a popular choice in the past and offers 6-month leases. Our Nevada Conservation Corps members have a well established car camping spot on the SW side of Vegas near the office that can be shared as well if anyone is interested.
For everyone--see below for tips from GBI staff on finding housing. It may require some research, but GBI members are typically all able to find satisfactory housing options.
Rent with roommates - members tend to room with other members making costs per person more affordable.
Start your search sooner rather than later!
Don’t just rely on online searches. Drive around and check out places in person if possible.
Contact locals to see who is renting rooms or houses. Local Facebook groups for your city can also be a good way to find housing options.
Be persistent in contacting complexes. Sometimes openings can change on a daily basis.
During the summer many local university students are looking to sublet their apartments.
Resources to find housing:
Reno Housing Guide
Craigslist, Apartments.com, Yelp, Zillow, Roomster, Trulia, Rylexa, Airbnb, VRBO, Furnished Finder
Reno Housing Guide_2024.docx
Get Recipes
Get Recipes
Cooking in the field doesn't have to mean canned beans and trail mix!
Each crew is issued a propane tank, stove, and basic kitchen equipment including knives, cutting boards, pots and pans, utensils, and dishes.
However, it's up to you to bring food and cook it. You will receive a $30/night per diem to defray some food costs, and many crews choose to work out a system for cooking communal dinners at least some of the time.
Past GBI employees have developed a field recipe guide below--feel free to submit your ideas as well!
We also like this site for recipe ideas: https://www.freshoffthegrid.com/
Click on the pictures below to see The Complete Guide to Cooking in the Field and Gear List to help you pack for your first hitch!
AIM Crew Gear List.docx
AIM's Guide to Cooking in the Field.pdf
Pro Deals Directions for Members 2024.docxPro Deal Information
Pro Deal Information
You are able to sign up for the vast majority of these Pro Deal offers on your own without needing to contact GBI staff for assistance. Please follow the instructions carefully and contact CJ with any questions. Enjoy!
Stay safe out there!
Stay safe out there!
Your safety is GBI's number one priority! Select any of the topics below to read up on safety precautions you can take while you are in the field.
Camping Hygiene Safety Blast 08012016.pdfTick, Mosquito and Stinging Insect Safety Blast.pdfMuscle Soreness, Blisters and Repetitive Motion Safety Blast 07292016.pdfAbandoed Mines Safety Blast 07272016.pdfPage updated
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