Kit Brown
Avoca
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking professional with 15 years of horse experience and a B.S. in Equine Science seeking a position in equine management. Eager to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact in the dude ranch industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Manager
Moosoor Farms LLC
10.2024 - Current
- Management of a 6 horse boarding operation with duties including: feeding and watering, cleaning stalls, maintaining pastures, monitoring equine health, scheduling vet visits, and organizing hay shipments
- Implementing sustainable management practices (i.e. rotational grazing, manure management, ) to minimize environmental impacts on the farm
- Building and repairing fencing to ensure safe and secure pastures for horses
- Operation of tractors and other farm equipment for pasture maintenance and daily operations
- Maintenance and upkeep of houses and outbuildings on the property to ensure proper function
USFS Range Technician
AmeriCorps
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Independently managed horses used in the District Range Program with duties including: feeding, watering, grooming, veterinary care, training, and maintenance of corrals
- Assisted in preparing for pack trips, transporting equipment for wilderness volunteers via horseback and mule strings, and staging supplies (i.e. bear hangs) for future pack trips
- Surveyed and staked stock ponds for range improvements
- Assisted supervisor in horseback inspections of wildlife friendly range fencing
- Assisted in range allotment inspections for grazing utilization decisions
Wrangler
Paradise Guest Ranch
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted in management of a 200+ horse herd with duties including: advanced veterinary care, the development of young horses under saddle and on the ground, and routine herd maintenance
- Assessed tack fit for each horse to ensure optimal comfort and mobility during rides
- Led guests of all skill levels on trail rides through mountainous terrain while maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment
- Aided in maintaining facilities with duties including: fixing and building fences, chopping firewood, clearing fallen trees from the trail, keeping barn areas free of manure, and clearing corrals with a skid steer
- Managed guest expectations and built relations with people from a diverse array of backgrounds
Guide
Jack's Livery Stable
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Management of a 20+ horse herd with duties including: basic veterinary care, routine maintenance of the herd, identifying illness, and working with various types of horses on the ground and under saddle
- Assessed rider ability and safety while providing an enjoyable experience to tourists of all backgrounds
- Developed in-depth knowledge of island history, delivering engaging and informative commentary to guests during rides
Veterinary Assistant
East West Equine Sports Medicine
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted premier sports medicine practitioners at the highest level of hunter/jumper show circuits
- Assisted in lameness evaluations, rehabilitation procedures (acupuncture, shockwave, laser), and performing standard veterinary procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Equine Science, Business Administration
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2024
Skills
- Ability to work in a physically strenuous environment
- Ability to tow bumper-pull and gooseneck stock trailers
- Ability to operate heavy machinery (ie tractors, skid-steers)
- Administration of IV/IM/SQ injections
- Proficient in use of Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently and in teams
Timeline
Farm Manager
Moosoor Farms LLC
10.2024 - Current
USFS Range Technician
AmeriCorps
05.2024 - 08.2024
Wrangler
Paradise Guest Ranch
05.2022 - 09.2022
Guide
Jack's Livery Stable
05.2021 - 08.2021
Veterinary Assistant
East West Equine Sports Medicine
06.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Equine Science, Business Administration
Colorado State University
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