Karen Duehmig
Kingston,Rhode Island
Summary
Well-rounded individual with the ability to think on my feet, learn how to handle new situations and new things, and never too proud to ask questions. Strong, able-bodied worker with basic knowledge of most plants, and the ability to navigate most situations involving others with ease and grace.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Winery Worker
Saddle and Vine Winery
Nashville, TN
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Assisted visitors at tastings by pouring samples and offering educational information about featured wines.
- Conducted tours of vineyards, cellars and facilities for groups of guests visiting the winery.
- Pruned grapevines and trained growth on trellises.
Horseback Riding Instructor
Kensington Farm
Bethpage, Tennessee
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Taught riding lessons at Kensington Farm for beginners and intermediate riders.
- Instructed students on proper horse care, grooming, tacking up, and saddling techniques.
- Prepared lesson horses with saddles, bridles, and approved riding gear.
- Managed the daily care of multiple horses in the barn including feeding, watering, turn out, in, cleaning stalls, paddocks and administering medications as needed.
- Responded quickly to any emergencies or injuries that occurred in the barn or during lessons and rides.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston05-2030
High School Diploma -
Saint Pope John Paul II Preparatory School
Hendersonville, TN05-2026
Skills
- Scientific writing
- Animal care
- Time management capabilities
- Equestrian expertise
- Barn management
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability
Affiliations
- Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity (2024-present)
- Animal Shelter Volunteer Sumner County (2024-2026)
- Volunteer Horseback Riding Instructor at STARR Stables (2023-2026)
Timeline
Winery Worker
Saddle and Vine Winery
05.2026 - 08.2026
Horseback Riding Instructor
Kensington Farm
06.2022 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Saint Pope John Paul II Preparatory School