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
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2011
2011
2003
2002
2001

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