Is 30 too old?

I have a trails background (6 seasons) and since rec is getting squashed I’m going fire this year. I’m committed to working at least this season and am not worried about whether I can do it or not, but I am wondering if it’s feasible to totally shift gears and view fire as a potential career.

I like my overhead and I think they would be game to get me the quals they can. I know perms age out at 35, so I’m wondering if it’s even worth my time. I love working outside and I love working land management, but I’ve also been thinking of trying to go back to school….