Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Leadership Roles

Carolyn Baryluk

Powder Mountain
Franklin,MA
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Professional outdoor instructor and guide who thrives in group management and risk decision making. Committed to leading a team through scenarios to enhance their experience and grow as outdoor-enjoying athletes. Passionate about sharing a love for nature that will follow clients to their next adventure.

Work History

Raft Guide

5 Months
All Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting | 05.2026 - 10.2026
  • Instructed guests on paddling and safety procedures, guiding through class III-IV rapids.
  • Assumed leadership with both clients and peers during unexpected scenarios.
  • Rigged gear for long, sometimes multi-day, trips, ensuring an efficient venture.

Ski Instructor

1 Year 10 Months
Powder Mountain | 12.2024 - Current
  • Assessed client skills and applied teachings tailored to their individual learning style.
  • Coordinated instruction for large groups of clients with diverse skill levels.
  • Cultivated confidence in both children and adults across all skiing abilities.

Raft Guide

2 Years 5 Months
Zoar Outdoor Adventure Resort | 05.2022 - 10.2024
  • Instructed guests on paddling and safety procedures, guiding through class III-IV rapids.
  • Assumed leadership among peers to make large decisions for trips based on weather, injuries, client satisfaction, etc.
  • Maintained gear and general property with side projects such as washing boats and minor carpentry.

Raft Guide

4 Months
Cascade Raft and Kayak | 05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Instructed guests on paddling and safety procedures, guiding through class III-IV rapids.
  • Created games and engaging conversations to keep guests entertained.
  • Maintained gear to ensure longevity of boats, straps, ropes, etc..

Ski Tuner, Rental Employee

1 Year 4 Months
Berkshire East Mountain Resort | 12.2022 - 04.2024
  • Ensured guests had the best-fit equipment for an optimal experience.
  • Tuned skis and snowboards, both by hand and by machinery.
  • Organized and maintained gear.

Education

BS - Psychology

University of Massachusetts Amherst | Amherst | 12-2023
  • strong background in neuroscience and biology
  • some research experience in animal biology using unique software and data collection techniques
  • GPA: 3.33

Skills

Leadership and instruction
Safety procedures
Risk management
Emergency response
Equipment maintenance
Wilderness survival
Problem solving
Customer service
Stress management
Computer skills

Certification

  • CPR and First Aid
  • Wilderness First Responder
  • PSIA Alpine Level I
  • PSIA Child Specialist
  • NAUI Open Water Scuba

Timeline

Raft Guide

All Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting
05.2026 - 10.2026Read More

Raft Guide

Cascade Raft and Kayak
05.2025 - 09.2025Read More

Ski Instructor

Powder Mountain
12.2024 - CurrentRead More

Ski Tuner, Rental Employee

Berkshire East Mountain Resort
12.2022 - 04.2024Read More

Raft Guide

Zoar Outdoor Adventure Resort
05.2022 - 10.2024Read More

University of Massachusetts Amherst

BS from Psychology
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Leadership Roles

  • Trip Leader: Zoar Outdoor, Cascade Raft and Kayak, All Outdoors California
  • Trip Leader: UMass Amherst Outing Club
  • Executive Board Member: UMass Amherst Outing Club
Carolyn Baryluk