History
Who is Rogers Pass named after?
Major Rogers (A.B)
What are two differences between black and grizzly bears?
Grizzly bears: Prominent shoulder hump, concave face, short/ rounded ears, long/curved claws (5–10 cm) – good for digging, typically larger in size,
When does one count their cash float?
At the beginning and end of their shift
What is the earliest day you can submit your EDP timesheet for the June 19-July 2 pay period?
A visitor asks for recommendations on hiking. How do you approach this?
1) We do not offer recommendations
2) Ask them about their interests/ability/time commitments
3) Present different trail options
What year was Mount Revelstoke National Park established?
1914
Both Glacier and Mount Revelstoke national parks are located within this mountain range.
Columbia Mountains
Name 3 mid-shift duties
Restock guides, check emails and intranet, give breaks, clean!
You hear Echo 169 on the radio. Who's call sign is that?
Joel (LE/Park Warden)
You are working at West Welcome. A visitor says that Google Maps says there is a highway closure going East towards Banff. What two resources could you use/refer them to?
1) Drive BC
2) Alberta 511
This rare inland ecosystem found in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier is characterized by old-growth cedars, lush ferns, and high rainfall.
Interior temperate rainforest
Name this iconic and jagged peak in Glacier National Park, easily seen from the Trans-Canada Highway in Rogers Pass, that is world-renowned climbing destination
Mount Sir Donald
You have a discrepancy at the end of your shift. What do you do?
1) Recount your cash/float
2) Make sure your receipts align with your end-of-day report
3) Leave a detailed note
You would like to submit leave for the August 14-August 27 pay period. When is the deadline to submit your request?
Wednesday, July 30th
You receive a phone call from a visitor. They are looking to reserve a campsite at the Illecillewaet campground. How do you respond? Bonus*
1) It is a first-come-first-served campground. Reservations cannot be made
2) All reservations are handled by our reservations team. They can reserve online or by calling 1-877-737-3783
What year did the Trans-Canada Highway open through Rogers Pass?
1962
Mount Revelstoke is known for its alpine wildflowers. Name 3 different wildflowers found on the summit of Mount Revelstoke.
1) Glacier Lily
2) Paintbrush
3) Lupin
You are commuting to Glacier. You meet at the office at 7:45AM. Your coworker has not shown up. It is now 8AM, what do you do?
1) Try calling your coworker
2) If no response, proceed to Rogers Pass
Any type of leave taken has to be submitted within __ days (sick leave, personal leave days, annual, etc.)
7
A visitor asks the best place to see wildlife. How do you respond?
Wildlife in the park are wild and free to roam, so sightings are never guaranteed. That said, early morning or evening along quiet trails or roads like the Meadows in the Sky Parkway or around Rogers Pass can offer good chances. Always keep a safe distance, never feed wildlife.
Mount Revelstoke National Park hosted _______ competitions from 1915 to the late 1960s—the longest period for any Canadian _____ venue.
Ski Jumping
Yes. They must remain on a leash at all times and some trails have restrictions
The Resource Conservation team asks if you can help service their wildlife cameras during your shift. What should you do?
Check with your supervisor first. If operational coverage allows, it may be okay — but it might not. Always ensure VE priorities are met before taking on tasks from other teams.
It is mid-June and you are working at the Snowforest campground. A visitor would like to backcountry camp at Eva Lakes campground. What do you do? When are the operational dates?
1) Let the visitor know that the campground is still snowbound.
2) Operational dates depend on snow levels, but are currently anticipated to be from July 1st to October 1st.
A visitor asks to speak with the Superintendant of the park
We don’t give out internal contact numbers. Collect their name and contact information and pass that information along to your supervisor.