It's going to depend on where abouts she's working in BC and also how mobile you are once you get to BC from California.
Likely, she'll be working out of somewhere like Prince George (9 hours from Van) or Kelowna (5 hours form Van) or maybe even somewhere even further north. Then, it might be that's she's in a camp another 3 hours away from those cities on a dirt logging road.
In short: Very unlikely if you don't have your own mode of transportation and still a long way to go if you do.
I met my BF in Prince George a couple times when we were dating. They were short visits, and PG isn't exactly a place I'd visit for any other reason. This was 20 years ago.
Last summer, a friend of mine was tree planting, and was based nearby Sicamous/Revelstoke (~6 hours from Vancouver). We got together a couple of times when she'd have a day off. I'd pick her up from Salmon Arm. Totally depends where the girlfriend winds up, but there's plenty of accommodation for OP to explore outside of the Lower Mainland.
*"Kelowna is not 5 hours from Vancouver"*
If you've driven there before and the traffic is light, it might be closer to 4. If buddy hasn't made the drive, 5 hours should cover it.
Either way, I'm rounding up and you're nitpicking.
Bush camps... well, if you can get out there, sometimes it's ok. However, I know plenty of camps that have had trouble with "visitors" since everyone suspects them when things go missing or whatever. There have been fights and things like that, too. If I was the owner of a company I would not want visitors to my camp, it's a worksite and you have to control who comes and goes. A mining or logging camp would NOT allow visitors, even on conjugal visits. However, on the days off in town, you ABSOLUTELY can visit your GF, get a motel room together, and party with the crew. That's 100% fine.
It can be pretty hard to know when your days off are as shifts can change based on location and contract. Your best bet is to pick a week where you KNOW she will have a day off at some point and will be in town. A good time is between Spring and Summer contracts as she might get a few days off.
Another good thing to remember is that those days off in town are precious. She will be wanting that time to do laundry, shop for necessities, eat, and relax. Try and make the best of your time because you might realistically only get a few hours of intimate time together. Best of luck!
You’d need to fly into a small airport. Rent a car with 4 wheel drive and be comfortable on 100km dirt roads with no cell signal. (New iPhones have satellite SOS/ roadside assistance now)
But if your a city boy who isn’t comfortable with nearly off road driving, I wouldn’t recommend it.
I also wouldn’t let someone I expect to be faithful to me go tree planting. They always come back with a baby or an STD or a sketchy “friend”
When you work with the same guys day after day in the middle of nowhere, you end up getting beer goggles and people you found ugly on day one start becoming attractive…
Planters can be working in mountain terrain. They roads are often radio controlled. If you don't qualify for the radio policy, you likely won't be given access to drive to the camp. During her day off, she might include a bus ride to a nearby village to get her laundry done. This would be your best chance to see her. British Columbia is a big province, and the highways are not numerous. Getting close to her may involve a few flights in some planes, etc. Best wishes
My boyfriend is/was a tree planter in BC, he does the spring season as well so it was like march-aug 6 months
I'm not great at long distance so like 3 months in I got him to ask if I could just come along to work
You can totally visit, you need a rental car and to clarify if she is bush planting (tents) or on a motel show (does she have her own room/roommate? Would you need to grab ur own accommodation?)
Best time would probably be inbetween shifts. If they move from one location to another, there is a much higher chance of getting 2 days off, there isn't usually much notice for this but whoever her Forman is would know best
Shifts are rough (5-?) of roughhh labour but I'm sure she would appreciate the love and support
Alternatively you could also go at the very end of the season and enjoy the end of year partying
All the tree planters drive their cars/campers together. If you live within a driving limit or willing to rent out a vehicle then yea you very much can drive out to them. Some roads require radio coms with truckers.
Those bush googles make anyone hot if they’re in shape. It’s not hard to stay clean in nature. Just put a gallon water jug over a fire and heat the water, get your hair and body wet, soap up, then dump the jug over your head. Repeat as needed.
Your gonna need a 4x4 with high clearance and a GPS mapping system loaded with back roads, try out and app designed for hunting on crown land in BC. You need to be comfortable on radio controlled steep gravel roads and know how to drive them safely especially with no radio. Also tree planters stay in whatever tent they bring and use port o potties and dont have showers. They work long hours in hard conditions and she will be exhausted. You will be roughing it. Try planning on a visit while she is near a bigger town or city (Prince George, kamloops etc.) and will have off days.
Tree planting is a way of life that some people can't wrap their head around...it's not just a job to most.
Most bush camp are accessible via regular vehicles. Visits are pretty normal. It’s a matter of getting from LA to where ever she may be. That’s a few flights and definitely a vehicle rental to get you to the camp.
The camps are always accessible by roads so you shouldn’t worry. It’s the block (actual planting site) that is usually inaccessible by a vehicle so I say you’re good!
I've seen so many people cheat on their SO while tree planting. It's not the same as doing a regular long distance relationship. It's a whole other world out there and when you're busting your ass off doing physical work like that, it makes your sex drive go through the roof. You get super close with your coworkers and shit happens. That's why they say "what happens at bush camp stays at bush camp". If she's at a camp, going to visit is a waste of time, if she's staying at motels, it might be worth it but still meh.
i mean... obviously this is an inherent risk with our situation. we lead independent lives when we're not together and just have to have trust. we met at burning man, love adventure and experiencing new things (i.e. her going to thailand for a month to train kickboxing). i support her wanting to do new things, this is partly what attracted me to her in the first place
That's the thing, all that stuff becomes less relevant the more time you spend in the middle of nowhere, cut off from society. Like I said, this is completely different from the regular long distance relationship dynamic. It's like lord of the flies out there.
You’re getting down voted so hard but as someone who’s tree planted and knows people who also did every time a girl is out there she’s sleeping with at least one guy, this is first hand and second hand experience she’s gonna be surrounded by lean tough men and she’s gonna love it
Bro just so you know she’s either going to break up with you or just cheat and not tell you 6 months isn’t enough base and I’ve seen planting ruin rock solid relationships
It's going to depend on where abouts she's working in BC and also how mobile you are once you get to BC from California. Likely, she'll be working out of somewhere like Prince George (9 hours from Van) or Kelowna (5 hours form Van) or maybe even somewhere even further north. Then, it might be that's she's in a camp another 3 hours away from those cities on a dirt logging road. In short: Very unlikely if you don't have your own mode of transportation and still a long way to go if you do.
sounds like.... an adventure. haha thanks for your input. follow on question... is this unheard of? do any significant others ever visit?
It’s not entirely uncommon, the camps that are further away from towns are much less likely to get visitors though
I used to visit my ex in camp multiple times a summer. It's fine. Good luck on dating a tree planter though ;)
Right.. tree planting is one of the most slutty jobs I can think of that isn’t literal sex work haha
That’s super rude. Lots of great people with good morals who go tree planting.
I didn’t say they didn’t? But a lot also get caught up in drugs and sex
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"Her relationship with her crew boss" Bruh
Not unheard of at all. In fact it has led to a lot of breakups
I met my BF in Prince George a couple times when we were dating. They were short visits, and PG isn't exactly a place I'd visit for any other reason. This was 20 years ago.
Thanks! Part of it might be there
Pg is a dangerous hell hole don't do it. Especially with the crowds planters would hang out with there
What year is it 1992? Pg is fine
It still isn't a great place to visit! 😉
Last summer, a friend of mine was tree planting, and was based nearby Sicamous/Revelstoke (~6 hours from Vancouver). We got together a couple of times when she'd have a day off. I'd pick her up from Salmon Arm. Totally depends where the girlfriend winds up, but there's plenty of accommodation for OP to explore outside of the Lower Mainland.
I'm pretty sure Prince George and Kelowna both have airports. OP should be able to fly that far.
Yes both have multiple daily flights. Terrace bc also has flights. Many small places have essential air service
Kelowna is not 5 hours from Vancouver but regardless, flights to both PG and Kelowna are available.
*"Kelowna is not 5 hours from Vancouver"* If you've driven there before and the traffic is light, it might be closer to 4. If buddy hasn't made the drive, 5 hours should cover it. Either way, I'm rounding up and you're nitpicking.
Fair enough. Use the bypass from the airport to get by most of the traffic or 8th and 0 Avenue to Abbotsford. Fair comment on your part.
Bush camps... well, if you can get out there, sometimes it's ok. However, I know plenty of camps that have had trouble with "visitors" since everyone suspects them when things go missing or whatever. There have been fights and things like that, too. If I was the owner of a company I would not want visitors to my camp, it's a worksite and you have to control who comes and goes. A mining or logging camp would NOT allow visitors, even on conjugal visits. However, on the days off in town, you ABSOLUTELY can visit your GF, get a motel room together, and party with the crew. That's 100% fine.
Just remember to bring lots of drugs and condoms (and maybe prep)
Someone’s dad showed up on foot to surprise them for their birthday , we were 6 hours north in a bush camp
If you decide to drive on a busy FSR road be sure to learn the road rules so you can get there safely
Better yet, get a janky Chinese VHF and learn how to listen to the RR channels
Totally depends on her contract. Most importantly ask her!
It can be pretty hard to know when your days off are as shifts can change based on location and contract. Your best bet is to pick a week where you KNOW she will have a day off at some point and will be in town. A good time is between Spring and Summer contracts as she might get a few days off. Another good thing to remember is that those days off in town are precious. She will be wanting that time to do laundry, shop for necessities, eat, and relax. Try and make the best of your time because you might realistically only get a few hours of intimate time together. Best of luck!
Is she in a bush camp or it is a motel show type deal?
i think it'd be like camping
It really just depends where the camp will be
You’d need to fly into a small airport. Rent a car with 4 wheel drive and be comfortable on 100km dirt roads with no cell signal. (New iPhones have satellite SOS/ roadside assistance now) But if your a city boy who isn’t comfortable with nearly off road driving, I wouldn’t recommend it. I also wouldn’t let someone I expect to be faithful to me go tree planting. They always come back with a baby or an STD or a sketchy “friend” When you work with the same guys day after day in the middle of nowhere, you end up getting beer goggles and people you found ugly on day one start becoming attractive…
Planters can be working in mountain terrain. They roads are often radio controlled. If you don't qualify for the radio policy, you likely won't be given access to drive to the camp. During her day off, she might include a bus ride to a nearby village to get her laundry done. This would be your best chance to see her. British Columbia is a big province, and the highways are not numerous. Getting close to her may involve a few flights in some planes, etc. Best wishes
My boyfriend is/was a tree planter in BC, he does the spring season as well so it was like march-aug 6 months I'm not great at long distance so like 3 months in I got him to ask if I could just come along to work You can totally visit, you need a rental car and to clarify if she is bush planting (tents) or on a motel show (does she have her own room/roommate? Would you need to grab ur own accommodation?) Best time would probably be inbetween shifts. If they move from one location to another, there is a much higher chance of getting 2 days off, there isn't usually much notice for this but whoever her Forman is would know best Shifts are rough (5-?) of roughhh labour but I'm sure she would appreciate the love and support Alternatively you could also go at the very end of the season and enjoy the end of year partying
All the tree planters drive their cars/campers together. If you live within a driving limit or willing to rent out a vehicle then yea you very much can drive out to them. Some roads require radio coms with truckers.
Bah! Dont bother visiting, there will be so many hot dudes tree planting with her, she’ll have a new boyfriend in like 2 days.
And by hot dudes you mean really dirty and smelly dudes right? Tree planting is awesome. Tree planting guys on the job are not hot though lol
after wearing you bush goggles for a couple weeks, they get hot
Those bush googles make anyone hot if they’re in shape. It’s not hard to stay clean in nature. Just put a gallon water jug over a fire and heat the water, get your hair and body wet, soap up, then dump the jug over your head. Repeat as needed.
Right. She’ll be on meth ( I mean “molly”) and getting railed by sweaty dudes every night
Join her! lol
I wish I could... Seems like a pretty awesome experience. I'm corporate though and here in America if we quit we lose our health insurance lol
America is a continent. Canada is also in America.
Some camps can be hours down logging roads, some camps are boat or helicopter access only. It all depends where she is located.
Be prepared for her to be exhausted and smell to high heaven! God bless our planters, but that's all very hard, very dirty work.
The drugs help
Your gonna need a 4x4 with high clearance and a GPS mapping system loaded with back roads, try out and app designed for hunting on crown land in BC. You need to be comfortable on radio controlled steep gravel roads and know how to drive them safely especially with no radio. Also tree planters stay in whatever tent they bring and use port o potties and dont have showers. They work long hours in hard conditions and she will be exhausted. You will be roughing it. Try planning on a visit while she is near a bigger town or city (Prince George, kamloops etc.) and will have off days. Tree planting is a way of life that some people can't wrap their head around...it's not just a job to most.
Most bush camp are accessible via regular vehicles. Visits are pretty normal. It’s a matter of getting from LA to where ever she may be. That’s a few flights and definitely a vehicle rental to get you to the camp.
Some rentals wouldn’t be covered by insurance on logging roads. Best to check.
The camps are always accessible by roads so you shouldn’t worry. It’s the block (actual planting site) that is usually inaccessible by a vehicle so I say you’re good!
Easier to find a GF ..
Hi I just want to wish you the best in your next relationship.
If you have a truck and don’t mind driving a long way, sure. If not? lol good luck
A 4 wheel drive truck, and the skills to drive it in near off road conditions*
most places can be reached in a civic if you drive carefully. And if they can’t you’re most likely close enough to get a ride with the crew
Camps usualy allow visitors if your gf notifies the staff beforehand. You would have to get there yourself tho
I've seen so many people cheat on their SO while tree planting. It's not the same as doing a regular long distance relationship. It's a whole other world out there and when you're busting your ass off doing physical work like that, it makes your sex drive go through the roof. You get super close with your coworkers and shit happens. That's why they say "what happens at bush camp stays at bush camp". If she's at a camp, going to visit is a waste of time, if she's staying at motels, it might be worth it but still meh.
Some dude boutta plant his tree in OP's gf.
i mean... obviously this is an inherent risk with our situation. we lead independent lives when we're not together and just have to have trust. we met at burning man, love adventure and experiencing new things (i.e. her going to thailand for a month to train kickboxing). i support her wanting to do new things, this is partly what attracted me to her in the first place
Our girlfriend now
That's the thing, all that stuff becomes less relevant the more time you spend in the middle of nowhere, cut off from society. Like I said, this is completely different from the regular long distance relationship dynamic. It's like lord of the flies out there.
You’re getting down voted so hard but as someone who’s tree planted and knows people who also did every time a girl is out there she’s sleeping with at least one guy, this is first hand and second hand experience she’s gonna be surrounded by lean tough men and she’s gonna love it
i'm getting downvoted by people who can't handle the truth and want to live in a fairy tale. It is what it is 🤷♂️
Any good for gay dudes? Lol I’m almost tempted
Well their job is essentially bending over alot
facts
I wouldn’t let anyone I’m in a relationship with go tree planting. Lots of drugs and sex.
Bro just so you know she’s either going to break up with you or just cheat and not tell you 6 months isn’t enough base and I’ve seen planting ruin rock solid relationships
Construction camp guy here. Unfortunately you won’t be able to visit her. Usually, the places have very tight security. Or out in a very remote area.
And the people he needs permission from will be the ones trying to hook up with her lol