Abigail Ferkler Email & Phone Number

Newark, Delaware, United States

Maintains 2, 5,400 gallon freshwater aquarium exhibits at a Cabela's retail location. Weekly cleaning of tanks, testing water quality, food prep. Administers medication as needed. Creates a working relationship with store management to keep them in the know about what is happening with the tanks.

Newark, Delaware, United States

Contracted at FMC Stine Research Center. Maintains fungal and nematode cultures and inoculum preparation. Assists with fungal, bacterial and nematode disease ratings. General plant maintenance in the greenhouse (planting, transplanting, watering, fertilize and scouting for pests). Gerneral lab maintenance (restock supplies, autoclaving trash, cleaning, etc). Photographs diseased plants to be used in future presentations.

Newark, Delaware, United States

Facilitating in-store demonstrations, special events, and children’s activitiesMentoring seasonal outfitters as they transition into a more permanent positions within the company after the holidaysActs as a liaison between leadership team and the events team to communicate daily expectationsProvides exceptional customer service by assisting and identifying customers needs and making accurate product recommendations Restocks merchandise as needed and according to company planograms

North East, Maryland, United States

Responsible for the safety of 20-30 children in an outdoor, sometimes remote setting. Effectively teaches students from various school districts in environmental/outdoor education, environmental science, character building/social emotional learning. Assist in the development, improvement and successful implementation of lessons and education programs. Provides behavior management to students while using NorthBay's restorative behavioral practices and policies.

Lead hands-on ecosystem and wildlife themed programs for park visitors, school groups, and private organizations. Recorded species diversity and richness during seining programs in the Delaware Bay to assist in observing trends in population and environmental health. Assisted with environmental husbandry for 5,300 gallons of aquatic life and multiple species of reptiles. Kayak tour guide around the Delaware Bay. Provided exceptional customer service at the front desk through cashier duties, phone answering, as well as being a general resource to the over 36,000 patrons that pass through the Seaside Nature Center. Mentor to Educator interns for the summer seasonal positions.

Sitka, Alaska, United States

Developed and delivered educational presentations dealing with environmental science relevant to the itinerary. Communicated with the captain of the ship each day to discuss any potential issues, or possible changes in the plan for that day. Acted as a liaison between captain and onshore staff/contacts in ports. Scheduled daily activities, and wrote up letters describing the area that would be explored the next day, as well as the activities that would be offered. Lead guided kayak tours, small water craft excursions and hikes. Provided knowledge on Alaska flora and fauna for guests. Held a position on the ship's emergency bill, and participated in emergency drills. Assisted with medical issues as needed.

Lead hands-on ecosystem and wildlife themed programs for park visitors, school groups, and private organizations. Recorded species diversity and richness during seining programs in the Delaware Bay to assist in observing trends in population and environmental health. Assisted with environmental husbandry for 5,300 gallons of aquatic life and multiple species of reptiles. Kayak tour guide around the Delaware Bay. Provided exceptional customer service at the front desk through cashier duties, phone answering, as well as being a general resource to the over 36,000 patrons that pass through the Seaside Nature Center. Mentor to Educator interns for the summer seasonal positions.

Lead hands-on ecosystem and wildlife themed programs for park visitors, school groups, and private organizations. Recorded species diversity and richness during seining programs in the Delaware Bay to assist in observing trends in population and environmental health. Assisted with environmental husbandry for 5,300 gallons of aquatic life and multiple species of reptiles. Kayak tour guide around the Delaware Bay. Provided exceptional customer service at the front desk through cashier duties, phone answering, as well as being a general resource to the over 36,000 patrons that pass through the Seaside Nature Center. Mentor to Educator interns for the summer seasonal positions.

West Chester, Pa

Lewes, Delaware