Experience

Lincoln Parks and Recreation

• United States
• Recreational Facilities
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Coordinator

  • Sep 2014 - Present

• Naturalist

  • Feb 2012 - Sep 2014

  Coordinate volunteers, develop curriculum, lead educational programs, assist with special events, market educational programs and events.



Nebraska Game and Parks

• Outdoor Education Specialist

  • Jul 2005 - Jan 2012

  Oversee Aquatic Education Program for Nebraska which includes the Youth Fishing Program, educational programs for youth and adults focusing on fish, macroinvertebrates, and water quality. The YFP is a volunteer driven program that introduces kids and families to fishing and is available across Nebraska. Through this program volunteers are trained to use fishing equipment and educational resources for use in fishing programs. Work with other educators and administrators with in NGPC and across Nebraska to enhance educational resources and opportunities for all Nebraskan's to enjoy and conserve our natural resources.

• Outdoor Education Assistant

  • Aug 2004 - Jun 2005

  Led wildlife education programming for schools and special events. Facilitated Project WILD, Project Learning Tree and Project WET educator trainings.



NatureBridge

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Instructor

  • Aug 2003 - May 2004

  Led field instruction for middle school and high school students in Yosemite National Park. Students would stay in the park for 3-5 days and I would take them on daily educational hikes to discuss geology, ecology, safety, cultural history, and recreational activities including hiking, camping, and cross country skiing. Led field instruction for middle school and high school students in Yosemite National Park. Students would stay in the park for 3-5 days and I would take them on daily educational hikes to discuss geology, ecology, safety, cultural history, and recreational activities including hiking, camping, and cross country skiing.



Foothill Horizons Outdoor School

• Naturalist Intern

  • Aug 2002 - May 2003



Fontenelle Forest

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Naturalist

  • Jun 2000 - Jul 2002