What are the allergies like in Colorado Springs? I am thinking of moving there after graduation.

PO2 Kayla Modschiedler — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 20:48:28 -0400

I currently live in Ohio and the tree pollen here constantly gives me sinus problems and chronic bronchitis. I will be graduating in the next two years and would like to get a civil service job somewhere where I will have better health. Also I love the mountains!

Response by SSG Clayton Blackwell made Jun 28 at 2015 10:42 PM

SSG Clayton Blackwell — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 22:42:36 -0400

Usually it's not terrible, this time of year can be bad. Today grass and tree pollen levels are high and I am sneezing my head off. I would say try to get out here during late spring or early summer and get a gauge on how it affects you, 9-10 months a year is not an issue. With the city itself, 4 air bases and an army base there are plenty of civil service jobs.

Response by CW2 John Brookins made Jun 29 at 2015 1:32 PM

CW2 John Brookins — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 13:32:23 -0400

Really it depends on the allergies you have. I don't know what mine are but they are apparently what ever is around here. The problem is the dry air allows for the particles in the air to move around a lot. Many do find it's better for them here then back east in the more humid climates. lots of ragweed and sagebrush here.

Response by SMSgt Tony Barnes made Aug 1 at 2015 7:21 PM

SMSgt Tony Barnes — Sat, 01 Aug 2015 19:21:31 -0400

When you first move here...get some local honey. Eating it will help you with your adapting to Colorado Springs.