Abigail Watkins
Cool,CA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a diverse background in environmental conservation and youth leadership. Excelled in roles requiring effective communication, leadership, and CPR/First Aid skills. Proven track record in fostering inclusive environments and promoting sustainable practices. Committed to safety and educational outreach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand Volunteer
Hartsong Ranch Animal Sanctuary
05.2021 - Current
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Helped to clean up numerous downed trees.
Crew Member
Youth Conservation Core, USNFS
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with Crew Members to complete projects.
- Assisted other Crew Members to achieve goals.
- Worked with Crew Members to clean up campsites and hiking trails.
- Hiked an average of ten miles daily.
- Learned to work with new and different people on a regular basis.
- Learned to use tools like loppers, hand saws, axes, ect.
- Represented the Forest Service at the State Fair, by educating the public on fire safety.
Camp Councilor Volunteer
American River Conservancy
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
Camp Counselor Volunteer
American River Conservancy
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
Education
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High School
Garden Valley, CA06.2025
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Leadership/communication skills
- Safe equipment use
- Archaeological surveying
- GPS Navigation
- Sustainable forestry practices
- Brush clearing
- Tree planting
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Crew Member
Youth Conservation Core, USNFS
06.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Councilor Volunteer
American River Conservancy
06.2023 - 07.2023
Camp Counselor Volunteer
American River Conservancy
06.2022 - 06.2022
Farm Hand Volunteer
Hartsong Ranch Animal Sanctuary
05.2021 - Current
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High School
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