samantha

cook

74 Briar Patch Rd Cullowhee, NC 28723

CELL (919) 417-3379 E-MAIL slcook3@catamount.wcu.edu

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in communication with a concentration in journalism and public

relations
Western Carolina University, Expected graduation: May 2017

EXPERIENCE Base Camp Cullowhee Cullowhee, NC May 2015-Present

Climbing wall/Adventure Shop/Trip Leader

Worked at climbing wall to belay students and instruct belay clinics
Assisted students with outdoor gear rentals and trip sign ups at the Adventure Shop.
Served as lead guide on extended outdoor trips. Includes planning logistics and
facilitating experience for students.

NOLS Lander, WY May 2016-August 2016 Alumni Intern
Organized and facilitated alumni debriefs for Rocky Mountain courses for the
summer. Gained experience with public speaking and organizational skills.
Wrote for the NOLS blog, alumni newsletter, and The Leader.

YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park, CO May 2015-August 2015
Hiking/Backpacking Specialty Counselor
Organized hikes and lead campers of all ages from kindergarten through high school
in the Rocky Mountain National Park
Provided knowledge and facilitation of environmental education to campers
NOLS Baja, California, Mexico September 2013-November 2013
Student
Spent 80 days traversing the mountains and seas of Bajas remote backcountry
Traveled over 300 miles by backpacking, sea kayaking, and sailing
Practiced outdoor skills including risk management, ration planning, equipment care,
and navigation
Vermont Youth Conservation Corps Richmond, VT June 2014-August 2014

Group leader on trail projects; achieved high quality work on projects and provided
supervision and motivation
Facilitated the curriculum, coordinated with project sponsors to ensure project
completion, and assisted with logistical support.

SKILLS Technical Skills: Microsoft office, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, Adobe InDesign, Hootsuite

Certifications: Wilderness First Responder/CPR certified through NOLS

Extra-curricular: Writer for The Western Carolina Journalist, The Landmark Project social
media ambassador, Western Carolina University cross country and track team 2014-2015