Sawyer Stroud 1142 East 400 South Salt Lake City, UT 84102

3/6/13 To whom it may concern: Growing up I always had a strong passion and interest in the large bodies of water surrounding me, fascinated with the hidden ecosystems and endless opportunities they presented. Years later, after relocating to Utah, this fascination with lakes and rivers has developed. My enthusiasm towards positive outdoor recreation experiences and wilderness exploration have led me to a summer position at a small rafting company which operates on class II rapids just outside of Park City, UT. Rafting has become a key component of my liveliness, along with the lifestyle that is associated with the sport. Whether Im taking large commercial trips down the river or throwing flies and lures from the shore, Ive come to appreciate any day spent outdoors and in nature.

As an avid outdoorsman, I have always viewed O.A.R.S. as a leader in outfitting and expeditions, viewing them on an equally professional and environmental level as NOLS. Offering the best rafting and kayaking destinations on earth, I believe my concern and interest with the natural history surrounding these bodies of water would be very interesting and easy to incorporate into commercial trips. My specific interests with O.A.R.S. would be river guiding in California or working in Yellowstone doing kayak expeditions.

I have attached my current resume and can provide references upon request. This said I would love to arrange an interview for future employment opportunities with O.A.R.S. As a current resident of Salt Lake City I frequently travel to take advantage of the great surrounding wilderness. I would be more than willing to travel for an arranged interview or skills assessment and will stay in touch regarding employment opportunities with your company. Thanks so much for your time.

Sincerely, Sawyer Stroud

Sawyer Stroud
1142 East 400 South Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (608) 770-3194 u0667547@utah.edu Becoming an experienced and trustworthy rafting guide for a professional and well-rounded expedition company.

Objective

Experience

Rafting Guide
Guide at Park City Rafting-employed since March 2012- Receive training in Swift Water Rescue, CPR, and River Safety. Guided over 100 commercial trips down the Weber River, UT.

Golf Course Worker

Employed at Odana Hills Golf Course from August 2007- November 2009- worked with customers in operating outdoor recreation and leisure facility.

Education

University of Utah -

May 2010-2014

Bachelor of Science in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Emphasis on Commercial Recreation Management Cumulative GPA: 3.32

Extracurricular

Avid outdoorsman Sustainable Recreation CPR & First Aid certified Wilderness First Responder (currently enrolled) Promote positive recreation experiences

References available upon request

Sawyer Stroud Detailed Experience: Water: 16 Boundary Water Canoe Area Expeditions (5-9 days each) 1000+ miles guiding commercial rafting trips 2 Adirondack Canoe/Kayak Trips (6 days each) Avid spin and fly fisherman Green River fishing float trip (3 days) Rafted Cataract Canyon on the Colorado and Hells Canyon on the Snake River as a child. Kayaking in Mediterranean Sea, multiple day trips 2 Snake River rafting trips, (3-4 days each) Fly-fished most of Northern, Central and Southern Utah and Wisconsin. Guide at Park City Rafting, operated small business operations on class II and class III rapids. 2 Canoe trips in Quetico Provincial Park, Canada (5-6 days each)
Snow: Avid skier since childhood (17 years) Backcountry skiing and mountaineering (3 years) Trained in avalanche safety and rescue Overnight Yurt trips in Wasatch and Uinta mountain ranges (8-10 trips, 1-3 days each) Lake Tahoe Ski Touring Yurt trip (4 days) Land: Trad and Sport Climbing, Wasatch Utah (3 years) Weekend trips to Moab, varied outdoor recreation (10 trips, 2-4 days) 1000+ miles of mountain biking trail covered Commute to and from school on bike Biked Porcupine Rim trail and The Whole Enchilada in Moab. Canyoneering throughout Southern Utah. (5-7 days total) Including Blue John Canyon and Robbers Roost Backpacking Trip on Pacific Northwest Trail (4 days) Sport climbing in Wasatch, Uintas, Moab, Potash, (UT) and Devils Lake (WI). Certifications: First Aid & CPR Wilderness First Responder (currently enrolled) Parks, Recreation and Tourism Outdoors Courses, University of Utah:

Backpack Fly-fishing Uinta Mountain Yurt Camping (currently enrolled)