Rest and Recharge

How We Relax and Traditions We Look Forward To

The end of the year brings out many people's favorite traditions. Some timeless, some chaotic, but all memorable. From annual sports trips and outdoor adventures to gingerbread engineering and early holiday decorating, our teams love to lean into the rituals that make end of year fun. It’s a chance to enjoy the people and routines that shape life outside the office and head into the new year with a little extra joy.

“I take a few days where the laptop stays shut down and packed away. My family and I like to go to the NCAA Volleyball Final Four before Christmas, and I’m really excited to watch it this year.”

Maggie Sebert Geomechanical Engineer

“Time with family is what helps me feel ready for the year ahead.”

Whitney Faulkner Development Manager Abandoned Mine Lands

“Being home and present with my family is how I recharge, and that time together is what I look forward to most.”

Ahmed Abdelbaki Geomechanical Engineer

“Time with my kids and traveling to see family makes the season special. That is how I recharge.”

Joe Petersen Senior Mining Engineer

“My partner and I make gingerbread houses and watch "The Holiday." We also put up our Christmas tree early and have to get creative because our two cats are interested in everything. It’s simple, but it helps me unwind.”

Gabriella Fourie Proposal Coordinator

"I recharge by getting outside. We live in a beautiful area, so around the holidays we usually get outdoors as a family. We’re getting a Christmas tree soon, which is fun for my 5 year old.”

Mary Mann Senior Geothermal Geologist

“Stepping away, getting outside, and being with my people is the routine that keeps me grounded this time of year.”

Dr. Simone Durney Ecologist

“I like to slow down and look back at where we are and what the year brought. Taking that time to be grateful matters. I spend the holidays with my wife and family, and winter is when I read the most. It’s a good season to reset.”

Joey Mulcahey Geomechanical Engineer

“Good food, rest, and quiet time help me decompress. That is what I look forward to at the end of the year.”

Alyssa Kendir Mining Engineer