Outdoor enthusiast with many years of experience working with the public as an educator and problem-solver.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Backcountry Caretaker
Green Mountain Club
05.2023 - 07.2023
Lived and worked alone on the Long/Appalachian Trail five days a week, serving as a summit steward on top of Stratton Mountain.
Kept summit count records to report to GMC, and performed trail maintenance including trimming back plants from trail corridor, clearing water bar drains, and removing fallen trees from trail using saws.
Utilized First-Aid/CPR/WFA training to assist public when needed, and served as backcountry guide for general information and trail conditions.
Maintained shelters and privies along a section of the Long/Appalachian Trail.
Service Advisor/Shop Technician
REI
12.2020 - 12.2022
Greeted customers, and communicated between shop personnel and customers to keep both parties informed of expectations, setbacks, and progress.
Assembled bicycles, checked bikes in for service, and performed on-the-spot repairs in a busy setting.
Maintained a safe, professional, and supportive work environment.
Footwear Specialist
Running Warehouse
09.2018 - 09.2019
Established repertoire with people looking for footwear by asking questions, listening intently, and providing feedback.
Acted as a resource for general questions about running in the local area.
Worked with several customers at a time, analyzed running gaits using treadmill and video technology, and took measurements to give informed recommendations.
Running Camp Counselor
Ultimook Running Camp
06.2018 - 09.2018
Counseled groups of ten to fifteen runners ages 10-18 through team activities, races, and hard training days in the mountains.
Helped oversee organization of daily activities and lead clinics.