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• Deciphering bug issues and creating custom road paths in order to address fixes with end users
• QA Testing and Product Release
• Contributing new trail data to databases through details research with local land management agencies, database algorithms, and user feedback
• Developing support database through visual tutorials and intentional language dedicated to training new and experienced user base

Moose, Wyoming, United States

• Responsible for guest services such as monitoring the online reservation system, collecting Ranch fees, and recording all transactions on a daily basis while providing important Ranch information to guests.
• Focus on public relations by promoting the AAC and the Ranch on the social media platforms, maintaining a positive working relationship with Climbers’ Ranch professional neighbors and the National Park Service and.
• Communicating with National Park Service staff as needed while keeping a strong familiarity with the agreement between the AAC and the NPS in order to satisfy necessary conditions such as cleaning processes.

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

• Provide leadership and supervision (including mentorship, task assignment, execution oversight and accountability) to the Mountaineering Staff and students.
• Create and oversee risk management policies and procedures for expeditions and day trips.
• Develop curriculum for 15-30 students in all outdoor disciplines to build technical and personal skills.
• Manage and maintain program inventory including bicycles, backpacking, climbing, and whitewater gear.

Boone, North Carolina

• Trips Assistant
• Programmed and implemented staff trainings and workshops focused on technical, emotional, and group facilitation skills with a strong focus in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Developed trip plans and dedicated logistics systems for weekly trips based in the backcountry.
• Designed promotional materials using mixed mediums such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator paired with university media outlets.Outing Center Assistant
• Hired, trained, and managed Outdoor Program Outing Center staff including but not limited to scheduling, payroll, and weekly feedback.
• Applied Higher Education theories to training curriculum and policy updates.

Boone

• Created and implemented semester long curriculum for a class of 25 university students including exams, weekly assignments, and daily activities to promote learning.
• Managed expectations and requirements for successful completion of classroom assignments through detail oriented syllabus and consistent classroom check-ins.
• Collaborated with university resources and community resources to offer a students a greater personal perspective of service, self-efficacy, and self-understanding.

Boone, NC

• Created budgets and managed student registration processes
• Trained college students to be proficient facilitators and leaders during expeditions.
• Managed logistics, trainings, and gear to create smooth transitions for instructors’ teams.
• Communicated with instructors to create expedition plans that met pre-determined learning outcomes.

Boone, NC

I helped to lead and facilitate an Appalachian State's Recreation Management and Physical Education program. This program is a 3 credit course on Backcountry Ski Expeditioning. This course is designed around a 10 day expedition to Canada that includes a Hut Traverse on the Wapta Glacier along with avalanche safety classroom days.

North Conway, New Hampshire

• Managed programs and operational procedures built on education, mentoring and investing time and energy in the development of clients.
• Implemented risk management procedures in high risk environments while caring for clients.
• Developed technical proficiencies with new and returning clients.

Hendersonville, North Carolina

• Supported instructors in expedition planning, logistics, and implementation of program.
• Constructed streamline logistics systems to improve efficiency.
• Mentored and prepared instructors for expedition flow and participant interaction.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Executed skill development and goal setting experiences with Urban and At-Risk youth
• Facilitated transference activities in a backcountry setting
• Promoted positive outcomes for students after course through experiences and learning’s
• Trained and mentored new interns and Assistant Instructors

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Constructing safe climbing sites with natural and artificial anchors
• Teaching students technical skills
• Facilitating physical and emotional safety at climbing sites
• Supporting course instructors and adapting to instructor lesson plans

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Executed skill development and goal setting experiences with Urban and At-Risk youth
• Facilitated transference activities in a backcountry setting
• Promoted positive outcomes for students after course through experiences and learning’s

Fort Collins, Colorado

Facilitate group dynamics through a variety of games and high elements. Assess safety issues and complete technical challenges while working with all age groups.

Fort Collins, Colorado

• Finalized conservation projects around Northern Colorado
• Incorporating personal responsibility and craftsmanship into the student curriculum
• Communicated with project sponsors about project details and time constraints
• Safety used trail tools and taught students proper ways to use each tool

Boone, NC

• Facilitated both top and bottom climbing site management
• Taught a climbing technique and anchor set-up curriculum to 10 college students
• Reviewed assignments and exams in a timely manner

Boone, North Carolina

• Facilitated environments for high school students to participate in adventure and service experiences
• Created risk management competencies with instructor staff.

Leadville, CO

Facilitated students in a field experience as well as implemented logistics strategies.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Recreation Management, Outdoor Experiential Education

Activities and Societies: Appalachian State Hockey Team

Sustainable Development And Adventure Education

35 Day Study Aboard Course: Wales, UK Studied impacts of coal mining within the region Analyzed efforts put forth to compact environmental.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Student Affairs Administration: College Outdoor Program Administration