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    Zoë Wreggitt is pursuing a Bachelor of Environmental Science at the University of Manitoba with a focus on conservation and biodiversity. She has extensive experience identifying local plants, birds, and aquatic invertebrates. She has worked as a nature interpreter at Oak Hammock Marsh where she led educational programs and conducted wildlife surveys. Zoë also owns and operates Kids in Kilts School of Highland Dance and has received several awards for her volunteer and philanthropic work in the community.

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    Zoë Wreggitt is pursuing a Bachelor of Environmental Science at the University of Manitoba with a focus on conservation and biodiversity. She has extensive experience identifying local plants, birds, and aquatic invertebrates. She has worked as a nature interpreter at Oak Hammock Marsh where she led educational programs and conducted wildlife surveys. Zoë also owns and operates Kids in Kilts School of Highland Dance and has received several awards for her volunteer and philanthropic work in the community.

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    Zo Wreggitt

    (204) 979.0588 zoe.wreggitt@gmail.com


    16 Egerton Road, Winnipeg, MB, R2M 2V5

    Education
    Faculty of Environmental Science, University of Manitoba, Wpg. MB
    Cooperative Education Program
    Working towards a Bachelor of Environmental Science with the focus area of conservation and
    biodiversity
    Courses include:
    Chordates
    Principles of Ecology
    Lichens and Bryophytes
    Vascular Plants of Manitoba
    Environmental Science
    Ornithology (in 2015-2016)

    2012-Present

    University of Winnipeg, Wpg, MB


    Science courses
    Senior Professional Program with Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers

    2011-2012

    Skills
    Identification of birds, plants, and aquatic invertebrates
    Trained by Paula Grieef at identifying songbirds, waterfowl, and birds of prey that visit Oak Hammock Marsh.
    Educated public about numerous bird species.
    Watched numerous bird banding workshops by Paula Grieef and handled the songbirds.
    Completed the Vascular Plants of Manitoba course at U of M
    Identified and marked the plant species at Oak Hammock (using keys)
    Environmental Knowledge
    Conducted wildlife surveys and point counts for various species of birds, fish, amphibians, and insects.
    Educated in environmental issues, botany, mycology, ecology, chordates, sustainability, etc.
    Project Management and Organization
    Planned and executed three environment education camps: One of them a three-day overnight wetland
    adventure camp.
    Managed the identification and marking of plants at Oak Hammock Marsh (summer 2014).
    Managed the vermicomposter worms at Oak Hammock Marsh (summer 2014).
    Direct/manage Kids in Kilts School of Highland Dance, a small business that relies on diligent organization, timemanagement, and detailed record keeping (including finances).
    Organized numerous volunteer groups for events such as Relay for Life and Kids in Kilts related events.
    Created the Squeaky Clean Green Team Spring Cleanup which involved promoting the event, gathering
    volunteers, and providing volunteers with necessary tools.
    Research and Critical Thinking
    Experienced in taking field notes (Vascular Flora of Manitoba course).
    Experienced in collecting, compiling, and analyzing information (Lichens and Bryophytes course and Principles of
    Ecology course).
    Evaluate information and research critically.

    Work Experience
    Nature Interpreter, Oak Hammock Marsh, Stonewall, MB
    Summer 2014
    Educated the public about wetland species, conducted surveys, planned summer camps,
    Summer 2015
    identified and marked flora, led canoe tours, worked independently without supervision as well as
    in a team environment.
    Director/Instructor, Kids in Kilts School of Highland Dance,Wpg, MB
    Managing business, finances, advertising, web development, and communication.

    2010-Present

    Zo Wreggitt
    (204) 979.0588 zoe.wreggitt@gmail.com
    16 Egerton Road, Winnipeg, MB, R2M 2V5
    Instructor/Office Support, Encore Studios, Wpg, MB
    Class preparation, teaching all ages, and dealing with large groups of students.

    2008-Present

    Maintenance, Lester Beach Green Team, Lester Beach, MB


    Maintenance of Lester Beach waterfront and willingness to work in all weather conditions.

    2006-2009

    Cashier/Food Preperation, Tall Grass Prairie Bakery, Wpg, MB


    Working in a team environment and meeting strict deadlines.

    2009-2012

    Volunteer Experience
    Back to Earth, Wpg, MB
    Brainstorm environmental education ideas with the owner and distribute posters.

    2015

    Vermicompost educator, Glenwood School, Wpg, MB


    Developed and presented an age appropriate vermicomposter powerpoint.
    Gathered appropriate materials to build a classroom vermicomposter.
    Maintain vermicomposter (compost will be used in the grade 3 science class).

    2013-2014

    Team Captain, Relay For Life, Canadian Cancer Society, Wpg, MB


    Organized and motivated a team of 10-12 (or sometimes two teams).
    Raised over $10 000.

    2006-Present

    Organizer, Squeaky Clean Green Team, Wpg, MB


    Planned and organized a spring cleanup in the River Heights neighbourhood.

    2010-2011

    Leader, SMRUC Kids Club, Wpg, MB


    Leader for a kids youth group which involved planning relevant activities for each weeks theme.
    Presented and taught material to students.

    2005-2010

    Presenter, Sun Sense, Canadian Cancer Society, Grand Beach, MB


    Presented information about the Canadian Cancer Society and skin cancer to a wide age range.
    Presentation included games and activities.

    2006-2007

    Organizer, Zoe and Friends Walkathon, Wpg, MB


    Planned and organized a walkathon including advertising, prizes, mascots, donations, etc.
    Presented to schools and was interviewed by newspapers and TV networks.
    Raised over $21 000.

    1999-2004

    Food Bank, Wpg, MB


    Carried boxes, sorted through food, set up tables with food, and helped people carry their bags
    out.

    2010

    Awards

    Loran Provincial Scholarship Recipient.


    Environmental Science Scholarship - George F. Skinner Memorial Scholarship.
    University of Winnipeg VIP award.
    University of Winnipeg Entrance Scholarship.
    Manitoba Teacher Societies Young Humanitarian Award.
    Queens Golden Jubilee Medal.
    Volunteer of the Year Award for the Canadian Cancer Society.

    2011
    2011
    2011
    2011
    2003
    2002
    2001

    Personal Interests
    Dancing, camping, hiking, birding, canoeing/kayaking, cycling, reading, gardening, and urban foraging.

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