Melissa "Messy" Burrow
Heber City
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in youth mentoring and outdoor leadership, notably as a Leader with Scouting America. Proven ability to organize engaging activities and foster teamwork, while ensuring safety and promoting civic responsibility. Skilled in first aid and adept at problem-solving in high-pressure environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Cub Scout Den Leader
Boy Scout of America/Scouting America
10.2011 - Current
- Currently serving as Webelos leader in Utah, I have run dens and packs from Tigers to AOLs in Johnson City, TN; South Euclid, OH; and Heber, Utah.
- Organize and lead weekly meetings to encourage Cubs' personal growth, team building, sense of duty, adventure seeking, and desire to serve.
- Coordinate community service events to engage youth in meaningful activities and leadership opportunities.
- Ensure safety protocols for pack activities are known and followed, ensuring participant wellbeing and risk management.
- Facilitated outdoor adventures such as hiking and camping trips, fostering appreciation for nature among scouts and teaching LNT principles.
- Improved parent engagement through transparent communication channels such as newsletters or email updates on Pack and Den accomplishments.
Girl Scout Camp Councilor
Girl Scouts of Utah
01.1999 - Current
- Positions over the years include Unit Leader, Program Director, Business Director, Assistant Director, and I continue to work as a weekend program/kitchen staff.
- Inspired a lifelong love of learning through diverse experiences within various scouting programs, ultimately leading to well-rounded individuals with strong leadership skills.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to engage scouts in learning about navigation, first aid, survival skills, and other essential topics.
- Ensured safety during camping trips and outdoor events by implementing strict guidelines and emergency protocols.
- Mentored scouts and leaders, fostering teamwork and personal growth through hands-on experiences.
Scout Master
Girls Troop 347
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Supervised troop meetings, helping youth leaders to foster teamwork and leadership skills among scouts and implement engaging outdoor activities that enhanced scout participation.
- Helped youth leaders to coordinate community service projects, instilling civic responsibility in scouts.
- Encouraged scouts to research safety protocols for outdoor events, ensuring participant well-being.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively to ensure smooth operation of troop meetings, events, and outings.
Assistant Scout Master
World Scout Jamboree
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Helped lead training sessions and events for youth to ensure smooth operation, preparedness, and enjoyment of the World Scout Jamboree.
- Encouraged youth to research safety protocols, enhancing risk management during outdoor activities.
- Coordinated and reviewed Medical Forms and other required paperwork.
- Advocated for youth leadership within the troop by encouraging active involvement in decision-making processes at meetings or events.
Education
IOLS -
IOLS
Catalina Island, California06-2024
Brotherhood -
Order of The Arrow
Payson04-2024
Leave No Trace -
LNT Trainers Training
Johnson City09-2015
Wood Badge -
Wood Badge
Johnson City, TN04-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05-2005
Skills
- First aid proficiency
- Outdoor leadership skills
- Scout advancement support
- Camping knowledge
- Activity organization
- Youth mentoring
- Leave no trace principles
- Emergency preparedness
- Team building facilitation
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Assistant Scout Master
World Scout Jamboree
08.2022 - 08.2023
Scout Master
Girls Troop 347
08.2019 - 12.2023
Cub Scout Den Leader
Boy Scout of America/Scouting America
10.2011 - Current
Girl Scout Camp Councilor
Girl Scouts of Utah
01.1999 - Current
IOLS -
IOLS
Brotherhood -
Order of The Arrow
Leave No Trace -
LNT Trainers Training
Wood Badge -
Wood Badge
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
University of Utah