Adventure Specialist and Equipment Manager

• Mar 2015 - Present

Paddling Sales, Shuttles, and Instruction

• May 2015 - Sep 2015

Outdoor Recreation Adjunct Staff

• May 2014 - Nov 2014

Trip Leader for backpacking, kayak, canoe, rock climbing, and caving expeditions.Kayak Instructor.Low Ropes and Climbing Tower Facilitator.

Outdoor Recreation Graduate Assistant

• Aug 2012 - May 2014

Co-facilitated the training of new trip leaders including classroom instruction and week-long expeditions to Red River Gorge, Kentucky and Shining Rock Wilderness, North Carolina; Assisted with challenge course: facilitation, staff trainings, marketing, scheduling and maintenance; Assisted with management of indoor and outdoor climbing wall operation; Managed and evaluated student employees; Was responsible for marketing, web development and maintenance; Oversaw programs including trips, clinics, equipment rentals, paddling instruction and staff development; Assisted with special events and outreach programs; Performed equipment ordering, inventory, and maintenance as needed; Participated as an integral member of the Office of Campus Recreation and assisted with departmental projects; Performed administrative duties and other duties as assigned.

Sales Associate and Trip Leader

• Mar 2014 - Nov 2014

Provided excellent customer service in the fitting and sales of outdoor equipment and apparel; Merchandised and stocked of a variety of outdoor products and styles; Maintained a clean and organized sales floor; Effectively operated the POS system and cash register. Planned and lead backpacking trips to the Twin Valley Trail and Zaleski State Forest in Ohio. Provided excellent customer service in the fitting and sales of outdoor equipment and apparel; Merchandised and stocked of a variety of outdoor products and styles; Maintained a clean and organized sales floor; Effectively operated the POS system and cash register. Planned and lead backpacking trips to the Twin Valley Trail and Zaleski State Forest in Ohio.

Manager and Lead Guide

• Aug 2007 - Aug 2012

Provided guided instruction in rock climbing, rappelling, and flat water kayaking in the Hocking Hills Region; Scheduled reservations and guides; Designed and distributed marketing and advertisements. Provided guided instruction in rock climbing, rappelling, and flat water kayaking in the Hocking Hills Region; Scheduled reservations and guides; Designed and distributed marketing and advertisements.

Bicycle Mechanic and Sales Associate

• Jun 2008 - Jul 2012

Built and repaired a variety of styles of bicycle; Provided sales assistance with technical gear for outdoor activities including SCUBA, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, and backpacking. Built and repaired a variety of styles of bicycle; Provided sales assistance with technical gear for outdoor activities including SCUBA, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, and backpacking.

Outdoor Pursuits Trip Leader

• Sep 2006 - May 2012

Planned, organized and lead canoeing, backpacking, rock climbing and rappelling trips to Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Hocking State Forest, Strouds Run State Park, Zaleski State Forest, and Red River Gorge National Geologic Area.

Outdoor Pursuits Climbing Wall and Rental Center Supervisor

• Aug 2006 - Dec 2009

Provided supervision and instruction in climbing and belay techniques; Instructed a weekly belay clinic and regular belay tests; Set climbing routes and performed yearly cleaning of Ohio University’s climbing wall; Kept detailed records of rental contracts and maintained a varied inventory of outdoor gear.

Adventure Leadership Intern

• Jan 2011 - Mar 2011

Assisted in teaching courses in Adventure Leadership and Low Impact Camping Equipment; Supervised students on trips to Columbus, Ohio and Big Bend National Park, Texas. Assisted in teaching courses in Adventure Leadership and Low Impact Camping Equipment; Supervised students on trips to Columbus, Ohio and Big Bend National Park, Texas.