Kellsey Grange
Marquette,MI
Summary
Driven by a robust work ethic and a friendly, positive attitude, I excelled in habitat restoration and conservation projects with the Minnesota and Iowa Conservation Corps and Woodland Dunes Nature Preserve. Demonstrating planning and organizing skills, I participated in invasive species management and contributed significantly to public land maintenance, showcasing my commitment to environmental preservation and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Member
Minnesota and Iowa Conservation Corps
Bemidji, MN
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed several different habitat restoration and maintenance projects in areas of northern Minnesota and North Dakota. Many projects included invasive species management, herbicide application, and trail construction and maintenance. Projects were partnered with public land management agencies, such as the State Department of Natural Resources, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Nature Conservancy, cities, counties, and trail associations. Most projects require out-of-town assignments, requiring camping for 4 to 10 consecutive days.
Habitat Restoration Summer Intern
Woodland Dunes Nature Center and Preserve
Two Rivers, WI
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Planting and caring for trees in the State Natural Area through the USFS grant project for restoring habitat impacted by the Emerald Ash Borer.
- Removed invasive plant species ( such as Japanese Barberry, Honeysuckle sp., and Common Buckthorn) through the SOGL grant project.
- Provided lawn and trail maintenance on the preserve grounds.
- Contributed to habitat restoration for the federally endangered Rusty-patched Bumblebee through wildflower plantings and bee surveys.
Volunteer
Department of Natural Recourses
Green Bay, WI
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Volunteered for the day to aid the Green Bay-area goose banding effort.
- Provided support to the DNR employees by corralling geese into pens and transferring geese to those banding geese.
Hostess- Waitress
Landmark Inn/ Northland Pub
01.2018 - Current
- Reasons for leaving: Current position
- Duties: Wait on tables/ guests, and provide them with food and drink.
Kitchen Staff
Camp Batawagama
06.2017 - 08.2017
- To cook three meals a day for staff and campers, as well as dishwashing
- Accompany youth campers on cookouts and overnight stays
- Traveling to campsites required water craft experience and long duration hiking experience.
Lifeguard
City of Marquette
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Watch beaches for distressed pedestrians, and clean the beaches of trash and wash up.
Education
Bachelor of Fisheries and Wildlife Management -
Northern Michigan University
12.2022
High School Diploma -
Marquette Senior High School
06.2017
Skills
- Good work ethic
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Planning & organizing
Timeline
Crew Member
Minnesota and Iowa Conservation Corps
05.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Department of Natural Recourses
06.2023 - 06.2023
Habitat Restoration Summer Intern
Woodland Dunes Nature Center and Preserve
05.2023 - 08.2023
Hostess- Waitress
Landmark Inn/ Northland Pub
01.2018 - Current
Kitchen Staff
Camp Batawagama
06.2017 - 08.2017
Lifeguard
City of Marquette
05.2016 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Fisheries and Wildlife Management -
Northern Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Marquette Senior High School
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