Nick Ryan
Marquette
Summary
Outdoor recreation professional with expertise in trail design, maintenance, and program development. Skilled in community engagement, problem solving, and volunteer training, with additional experience in construction, feature refinement, and heavy equipment operation. Committed to advancing sustainability, education, and access while making a positive impact on both local communities and the outdoor recreation industry. Known for innovation, leadership, and bringing energy to every project.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trails Coordinator
Copper Harbor Trails Club
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinated and executed daily and seasonal trail maintenance across a high-use trail network
- Developed and implemented a long-term maintenance plan using Trailforks to log projects and monitor trail conditions
- Worked to reframe organizational mark and strengthen brand presence through events and media
- Collaborated with local stakeholders, land managers, and community partners to support trail development
- Integrated consulting expertise to improve organizational processes, streamline work-logging, and strengthen long-term trail sustainability
Trail Crew
Rock Solid Trail Contracting
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted professional trailbuilders with sustainable trail construction and maintenance practices
- Performed extensive rock work and fine-tuned technical trail features for safety and ride quality
- Cleared tornado debris and restored damaged sections to maintain trail accessibility
- Gained hands-on experience loading material in an excavator and operating various types of heavy equipment
- Supported daily crew operations and contributed to efficient, safety-focused work environments
Bike Technician
Quick Stop Bike Shop
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Built and serviced all types of bicycles
- Generated work orders for incoming service bikes
- Created and managed store’s social media (FB/IG), boosting engagement
- Produced email marketing campaigns and event promotions
- Helped organize and manage shop events (demos, sales, appreciation nights)
- Introduced rental E-MTBs and E-cruiser fleet, expanding shop revenue
Service Technician
Trek Bicycle
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Built and serviced a wide range of bicycles
- Developed and managed organizational strategy for parts, tools, and service flow
- Created work orders and managed customer service process
- Assisted in bike and accessory sales
Ski Technician
Ski Butlers
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Fitted and sized ski boots for clients in hotels
- Developed exemplary customer service skills
- Managed inventory and maintenance of rental fleet
Facility Manager
Northern Michigan University
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Acted as tour guide for athletic facilities
- Oversaw day-to-day operations (rec sports, varsity athletics, maintenance)
- Helped organize and manage large-scale events and tournaments
Sales Associate & Mechanic
Down Wind Sports
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Performed ski and bike maintenance
- Sold boats, bikes, skis, apparel, and camping equipment
- Taught outdoor skills courses
- Assisted in event setup and execution
Education
Trail Design, Construction, and Community Development
Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC)
Bentonville, AR05.2025
Art & Design (Digital Cinema Focus) and Outdoor Recreation Leadership
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI04.2020
Engineering Career Complex Program
Saginaw Career Complex
Saginaw, MI05.2018
College Preparatory in General Studies
Heritage High School
Saginaw, MI05.2018
Skills
- Technical: Bicycle repair (4 yrs), Ski maintenance, AutoCAD, Adobe Premiere, Graphic Design, Photo Editing, Rapid Prototyping, Heavy Equipment Operation
- Leadership & Management: Event Management, Outdoor Leadership, Coaching, Facilities Management, Volunteer Training, Consulting for Trails Organizations
- Creative & Marketing: Content Creation, Social Media Management, Branding, Photography, Videography
Certification
- BICP Level 1 – Aug 2022 to Aug 2025
- First Aid & CPR – Active through Aug 2025
- Wilderness First Responder – May 2019 to May 2022 (expired)
- NOCTI Certification – Testing scheduled September 2025
Timeline
Trails Coordinator
Copper Harbor Trails Club
03.2024 - Current
Trail Crew
Rock Solid Trail Contracting
02.2024 - 04.2024
Bike Technician
Quick Stop Bike Shop
09.2022 - 03.2024
Service Technician
Trek Bicycle
09.2021 - 08.2023
Ski Technician
Ski Butlers
10.2020 - 04.2021
Facility Manager
Northern Michigan University
08.2019 - 03.2020
Sales Associate & Mechanic
Down Wind Sports
02.2019 - 07.2019
Art & Design (Digital Cinema Focus) and Outdoor Recreation Leadership
Northern Michigan University
Engineering Career Complex Program
Saginaw Career Complex
College Preparatory in General Studies
Heritage High School
Trail Design, Construction, and Community Development
Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC)
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