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Benjamin Tolpa

Chester,NJ

Summary

Effective at working with school-aged children to promote natural habitats, conservation strategies and animal needs. Friendly and upbeat professional with extensive knowledge and hands-on approach to involving people in nature. Adept at teaching people of all ages how to enjoy and care for local areas. Ready to bring years of related experience to dynamic new role with room for advancement. Focused environmentalist dedicated to preserving natural areas through education and connecting people to land and animals. Plans events, cares for animals and leads activities such as nature hikes. Staunch supporter of ecological preservation initiatives. Experienced Naturalist who thrives on adventure and evangelizing environmental protection subjects through educational programming for visitors and travelers. Solid understanding of outdoor safety, animal behaviors and topographical challenges and how to adjust programs to meet limitations. Team-minded individual with extensive knowledge of wildlife biology, plant identification and wildlife identification. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

PADI Dive Instructor

Self-employed
02.2024 - Current
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Naturalist

Whittemore Preserve
06.2022 - Current
  • Promoted a culture of environmental stewardship among park visitors by modeling responsible outdoor behaviors such as Leave No Trace principles or adherence to wildlife viewing guidelines.
  • Supported wildlife management initiatives by conducting habitat assessments and recommending appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated with other organizations and agencies to coordinate educational programs.
  • Planned highly engaging outdoor recreation and environment education programs for on-site and off-site delivery.
  • Enhanced visitor experience by creating informative and engaging interpretive materials for display at the nature center.
  • Increased awareness of local ecosystems by conducting guided nature walks and presentations for park visitors.
  • Coordinated large and small events related to nature topics.
  • Organized and managed field trips, festivals and fundraisers to raise awareness of wildlife and parks.
  • Led programs to provide information on wildlife, ecology and conservation.
  • Promoted conservation strategies to different community and youth groups.
  • Educated students about natural habitats through hands-on activities during field trips to the park.
  • Planned activities like nature hikes to educate children and adults about issues facing local habitats.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Head Beekeeper

Sweet Cheeks Farm And Apiary
03.2020 - Current
  • Assisted fellow beekeepers in troubleshooting challenges related to hive health or management techniques by sharing valuable knowledge gained from years of experience in the field.
  • Maximized honey extraction with efficient use of specialized equipment such as extractors, uncapping knives, and settling tanks.
  • Ensured sustainable growth of colonies by effectively managing swarm control and splitting strong hives when necessary using scientific monitoring techniques.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury
  • Educated community members about the importance of bee conservation through workshops, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations at local events.
  • Boosted revenue by renting hives to orchards and farms.
  • Adapted quickly to changing environmental conditions, adjusting hive management strategies as needed to support healthy colonies
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with local landowners, securing prime locations for placing apiaries that contributed to successful honey production.
  • Established a thriving business selling honey-based goods such as candles, soaps, balms, skincare products using raw materials sourced directly from own hives.
  • Implemented innovative winterization techniques that protected hives during harsh weather conditions, minimizing colony losses and ensuring a strong start to the next season.
  • Boosted pollination efficiency by strategically placing hives in areas with abundant flora for bees to forage.
  • Developed customized pollination services for local farmers and orchard owners to improve crop yield while diversifying income sources for the apiary business.
  • Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize the impact of pests on colony health without harming beneficial organisms.
  • Increased honey production by implementing effective beekeeping practices and maintaining healthy hive environments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Education

No Degree - Marine Biology

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
05.2027

Skills

  • Oxygen Administration
  • Nitrox Diving Knowledge
  • Hive propagation
  • Medication Documentation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Hive maintenance
  • Inventory Management
  • Problem Identification
  • Recordkeeping
  • Public Education
  • Species recognition
  • Bee Behavior Understanding
  • Research
  • Field Research Techniques
  • Wildlife monitoring
  • Environmental education
  • Activity Planning
  • Conservation strategies
  • Species identification
  • Community Outreach
  • Habitat Restoration

Hobbies

Aquarium caretaking

Plant caretaking and identification

Fish identification

Spin and Fly fishing 

Fossil collecting 

Gardening 






Timeline

PADI Dive Instructor

Self-employed
02.2024 - Current

Naturalist

Whittemore Preserve
06.2022 - Current

Head Beekeeper

Sweet Cheeks Farm And Apiary
03.2020 - Current

No Degree - Marine Biology

Cornell University

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