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Eva Peterson

Madison,WI

Summary

Resourceful Outdoor Educator adept at engaging learners of all ages in exciting, hands-on environmental education. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion, ensuring educational goals are met with enthusiasm and precision. Skilled in wilderness first aid, navigational techniques, and ecological conservation practices. Excels in communication, leadership, and adaptability, fostering positive learning environments in diverse outdoor settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Outdoor Educator

YMCA Camp Widjiwagan
Ely, MN
10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the development of curriculum resources that promote environmental stewardship through experiential learning opportunities.
  • Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.

Outfitting Assistant

Ely Outfitting Company
Ely, MN
05.2024 - Current
  • Assist orienting clients going out on trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with paddle and portage demos, cartop instructions, as well as education about the area and gear
  • Drive shuttles, inspect gear, customer service

Ski Instructor

Marquette Mountain Resort
Marquette, MI
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Teaching three-six year olds how to ski down the bunny hill mainly and helping them to get comfortable on skis, as well as keeping them engaged with games and activities

Youthworks Conservation Corps Member

Americorps
Marquette, MI
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Trail building and maintenance, teamwork and group dynamics, physical/manual labor, conservation efforts- Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Hiawatha National Forest

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies and Sustainability, Outdoor Recreation Minor

Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
05.2024

Diploma -

Vel Phillips Memorial High School
Madison, WI
06.2020

Skills

  • ArcGIS Pro
  • Microsoft Excel
  • R Studio
  • Outdoor leadership
  • Environmental education
  • Trail building
  • Leave no trace principles
  • Portaging techniques
  • Canoe camping
  • Canoe carrying
  • Paddle technique
  • Environmental stewardship
  • Hypothermia prevention
  • Gear maintenance
  • Environmental risk management

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies are a priority in my life, and bring me a wide range of skills and expertise into my professional life. I am an avid paddler, canoe and kayak, hiker and backpacker as well as a backcountry camper. All of these outdoor activities provide me peace, serenity and the ability to slow down and be mindful, as well as being quick on my toes to problem solve. I have been a dancer my whole life and intend to continue for as long as possible. Dancing has taught me lots of self discipline, and the importance of moving your body in any way that makes you feel good.

Affiliations

  • Implementation of a Sustainable Rain Garden at Northern Michigan University

Timeline

Outdoor Educator

YMCA Camp Widjiwagan
10.2024 - Current

Outfitting Assistant

Ely Outfitting Company
05.2024 - Current

Ski Instructor

Marquette Mountain Resort
11.2023 - 03.2024

Youthworks Conservation Corps Member

Americorps
04.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies and Sustainability, Outdoor Recreation Minor

Northern Michigan University

Diploma -

Vel Phillips Memorial High School
Eva Peterson