1. My name is Adam! I work at Hunter Communications, a regional internet service provider based out of Central Point. I do a little bit of everything over there, from troubleshooting customer issues, to installing equipment on customer sites, to working on a new network monitoring system. Overall I really enjoy my job and like knowing that my works helps serve Southern Oregon, but I do still wish my work could have more of an impact with regards to other things I'm passionate about like the environment.
2. It doesn't seem like much, but I've been consciously running my heater less throughout the day. During our recent cold spell I tried just wearing more layers instead of turning to my heater to try and conserve energy. I don't really know how much it saves, but I at least feel pretty good knowing I'm doing that, and thankfully the weather seems like it's really warming up again!
3. I'd say my favorite nature spot (in the region, at least) is Hobart Bluff out off Highway 66. It's a nice quick hike, but the views overlooking Ashland and the valley are awesome. I feel like it's so easy to get caught up in my day to day routine (especially lately since I've been working from home mostly) but going out there and seeing how big and sprawling the valley is helps me ground myself in a sense, and reminds me that there's so much else happening than my little routine.
4. Absolutely, I've been so surprised and heartened seeing how much less traffic there is all over the world. Seeing images of LA freeways empty (during the daytime no less) was something I didn't think I'd ever see in my lifetime! Personally I still have to go to the office once a week, but overall I'm driving so much less and it feels great knowing I'm saving money and lessening my carbon footprint.
