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Nathan Meadows

Cullowhee,NC

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven student of Western Carolina University with a degree in Parks and Recreation Management. Adept in leveraging academic knowledge to develop and implement innovative recreational programs. Strong organizational and communication skills honed through coursework and hands-on experiences. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams to enhance community engagement and promote wellness. Eager to apply passion for outdoor recreation and sustainable practices in a professional setting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

Jim Chance
Highlands, NC
01.2024 - 01.2024
  • Completed a 50 hour internship of trail service with the Highland Trails Trimmers. Worked on Glen Falls trail where I learned trail maintenance on steps, gargoyles, tread, and many other characteristics on trail maintenance.

White Water Raft Guide

Nantahala Outdoor Center
Longcreek, SC
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Actively sought out opportunities for training in order to develop additional skills in guiding.
  • Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate highest quality tour for guests.
  • Assessed risk levels for each rapid based on changing water levels throughout the season.

Resident Assistant

Western Carolina University Residential Living
Cullowhee, NC
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Maintained student safety by enforcing compliance with campus rules.
  • Planned fun activities throughout the semester such as holiday celebrations or themed nights.
  • Encouraged participation from all residents in order to create a strong sense of community within the residence hall.

Bus Driver

Western Carolina Universtiy
Cullowhee, NC
03.2023 - Current
  • Drove specified routes in compliance with traffic regulations and time schedules.
  • Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.

Bus Detailer

Catawba County Schools
Newton, NC
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Cleaned and polished vehicles interior, including windows, mirrors, panels, and dashboards.
  • Maintained cleanliness of service areas by sweeping floors, emptying trash cans and removing debris from work area.

Cashier

Kohls Department Store
Hickory, NC
12.2020 - 01.2024
  • Created a friendly and welcoming environment by greeting and offering assistance to customers. Completed point of sale financial transactions. Cross trained and worked in other areas of the store as needed.
  • Identified discrepancies between actual count and register balance; made corrections accordingly.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.

Intern

ASR Graphics
Maiden, NC
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Completed an unpaid internship as part of my high-school curriculum. Learned to design promotional materials, sales materials and company logos. Collaborated with ASR employees to meet expected outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Parks And Recreation Management

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
08-2024

Bandys High School
Catawba, NC
06-2020

Skills

  • Map Reading and Cumpas reading
  • Honest and Dependable Worker
  • Patient and conscientious about others’ feelings and beliefs
  • Relate to people from a wide variety of backgrounds with a broad range of values
  • Humble, coachable and willing to identify opportunities for improvement

Certification

  • WFA certification through Red Cross
  • CPR and AED certification through SOLO wilderness

Affiliations

  • Enthuses in a variety of recreation activities. Fishing, hunting, snowboarding, rafting, backpacking, biking, and gaming are some of my favorite ways to recreate.

Timeline

Intern

Jim Chance
01.2024 - 01.2024

White Water Raft Guide

Nantahala Outdoor Center
05.2023 - 09.2024

Bus Driver

Western Carolina Universtiy
03.2023 - Current

Resident Assistant

Western Carolina University Residential Living
08.2021 - 12.2022

Bus Detailer

Catawba County Schools
06.2021 - 07.2022

Cashier

Kohls Department Store
12.2020 - 01.2024

Intern

ASR Graphics
01.2020 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Parks And Recreation Management

Western Carolina University

Bandys High School

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