Shelby Gentle
Land Conservation Specialist at Little Forks Conservancy Inc- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Open Water Diver
SSI Scuba Schools InternationalJul, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Commercial Pesticide Applicator
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development -
CPR/AED/First Aid
American Heart AssociationMay, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Little Forks Conservancy Inc
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Land Conservation Specialist
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Oct 2021 - Present
As the Land Conservation Specialist I am involved with the Conservancy's Land's Program and work with landowners to protect and preserve their properties. I will be working to engage landowners and community members throughout mid-Michigan about conservation practices. One of my focuses is to enhance and build upon Little Forks' current Conservation@Home Program. As the Land Conservation Specialist I am involved with the Conservancy's Land's Program and work with landowners to protect and preserve their properties. I will be working to engage landowners and community members throughout mid-Michigan about conservation practices. One of my focuses is to enhance and build upon Little Forks' current Conservation@Home Program.
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Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Environmental Outreach Coordinator
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Jan 2021 - Oct 2021
As the Environmental Outreach Coordinator for the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan, I was responsible for outreach and education for the tribal and non-tribal community including topics such as environmental issues, the protection of natural resources, and watershed health. Additionally, I represented the Tribe when needed at meetings, conferences, and on committees focused on watershed health and environmental topics. As the Environmental Outreach Coordinator for the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan, I was responsible for outreach and education for the tribal and non-tribal community including topics such as environmental issues, the protection of natural resources, and watershed health. Additionally, I represented the Tribe when needed at meetings, conferences, and on committees focused on watershed health and environmental topics.
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Little Forks Conservancy Inc
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Huron Pines Americorps Member
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Jan 2020 - Nov 2020
I served as a land steward at Little Forks where I did fieldwork, public and landowner outreach, and helped with their programs. I assisted with the management of the conservancy's preserves including invasive species control, trail maintenance, and habitat restoration. I monitored multiple conservation easements across mid-Michigan. I expanded on the conservancy's Conservation@Home program to create family friendly activities and videos to educate the public about conservation practices. Also created social media posts for the conservancy and local CMCISMA.
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Saginaw Valley State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Dow Science & Sustainability Education Center Summer Research
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Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
Led four research projects about water and soil quality in Saginaw, Bay City, Port Austin, and Au Gres. Mentored four high school students throughout the program and helped teach them proper lab procedures, fieldwork techniques, data analysis, as well as how to complete a thorough research project. Collected and extracted soil samples testing them for ammonia, nitrates, phosphates, loss on ignition, and their texture. Gathered water samples and tested them for ammonia, nitrates, phosphates, pH, dissolved oxygen, and E. coli.
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Great Lakes Pet Emergencies
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United States
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Veterinary Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Veterinary Assistant
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Apr 2016 - May 2019
Developed strong communication skills with clients and coworkers; relaying accurate information regarding the patient’s health and the doctor’s plan of action between the staff and clients during stressful situations. Cared for hospitalized patients; obtained vital signs, administered medications, prepped animals for surgery, and monitored animals after operations. Assisted doctors and technicians by restraining animals, taking radiographs, running bloodwork panels, and helping the doctors during surgery.
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Animal Caretaker (Co-op)
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Jun 2014 - Aug 2015
Was responsible for the care of dogs and cats that were boarding; ensured that animals were fed, watered, walked, and cleaned in a thorough and timely manner. Cleaned and organized the kennel and clinic daily, making sure that the work environment was sanitary and acceptable for all animals, coworkers, and visitors. Assisted doctors and technicians by restraining animals, helping with treatments, and prepping for surgery. Was responsible for the care of dogs and cats that were boarding; ensured that animals were fed, watered, walked, and cleaned in a thorough and timely manner. Cleaned and organized the kennel and clinic daily, making sure that the work environment was sanitary and acceptable for all animals, coworkers, and visitors. Assisted doctors and technicians by restraining animals, helping with treatments, and prepping for surgery.
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Education
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2015 - 2019
Saginaw Valley State University
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General
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