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Donovan Davis

Laurel Springs,NC

Summary

Versatile and dynamic professional with a rich background in wildlife management and outdoor guiding, notably with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Excelled in habitat restoration and chronic wasting disease research, showcasing exceptional communication and heavy lifting skills. Proven track record in utilizing technology for data collection and analysis, enhancing operational efficiency and environmental conservation efforts.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Taxidermist

Self Employed Taxidermist
01.2020 - Current

Creating European skull mounts of animals such as deer, bear, bobcat, coyote, turkey, and whatever else is brought. Use of sharp tool such as scalpels and knives. Customer service and record keeping. Use of pressure washer, burner and pot, and other small tools to aid in the process.

CWD Technician

Nc Wildlife Resources Commission
08.2024 - 02.2025

Placing freezers across district seven of the NC Wildlife Commission for collection of harvested deer heads for testing. Collecting the deer from the freezers and processing them by gathering information such as; Age, Sex, Condition. Collection of lymph nodes to send off for testing of Chronic Wasting Disease in Whitetail Deer. Also involves a good amount of driving, communicating with public, lifting heavy objects, note taking, technology use.

River/Fishing Guide

Dusty Trails Outfitters
06.2021 - 09.2024

Driving large vehicles on narrow roads while hauling trailers with kayaks, canoes, and passengers. Backing trailers in tight spaces, lifting heavy objects such as kayaks and canoes. Public communication, record keeping, money handling. Kayaking extended distances in variable weather conditions. Fishing in the New River. Mowing, weedeating, splitting wood, basic maintenance on vehicles. Customer Service, basic carpentry

Education

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology

Lees Mcrae College
Banner Elk, NC
05-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Fish And Wildlife Management

Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC
05-2022

High School Diploma -

Alleghany High School
Sparta, NC
05-2020

Skills

  • Chainsaw Use
  • Operating ATV/UTV
  • Operating 4WD Vehicles
  • Minimal experience with heavy machinery such as dozers and excavators
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Timber Cruising
  • Tree/Animal ID
  • Quality Deer Management Techniques
  • Habitat Management/Restoration
  • Mowing/Weedeating
  • Excellent communication
  • Map Making and Planning
  • Scouting Land for potential uses
  • Basic Vehicle Maintenance
  • Skinning/Processing Deer and other animals
  • Some Operation of Tractor and Implements
  • Creating Food Plots
  • Use of Sharp Objects such as Knives/Scalpels
  • Decision-making
  • Technology Use such as Excel
  • Writing/Notetaking
  • Public Communication
  • Trail Camera Operation and Maintenance
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Management Plans
  • Use of Firearms

Certification

  • NC Boater Education Certificate (4/19/2022)
  • FEMA: IS-00100.c Intro to Incident Command System (4/19/2022)
  • Hunter ED Course (4/18/2022)
  • ATV Safety Course (4/18/2022)
  • L-180 Human Factors in The Wildland Fire Services (NWCG 2014) (3/7/2022)
  • S-110 Basic Wildland Fire Orientation (1/24/2022)
  • S-190 Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior (1/25/2022)
  • North American Basic Trapper Course (3/2/2022)
  • Certified Wildlife Technician by North American Wildlife Technology Association (5/19/2022)

Hobbies/Interests

Avid Outdoorsman, loves everything about hunting, fishing, scouting, identifying trees and animals. Also enjoys watching football, meeting new people and learning new things through conversations of different perspective.

Timeline

CWD Technician

Nc Wildlife Resources Commission
08.2024 - 02.2025

River/Fishing Guide

Dusty Trails Outfitters
06.2021 - 09.2024

Taxidermist

Self Employed Taxidermist
01.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology

Lees Mcrae College

Associate of Applied Science - Fish And Wildlife Management

Haywood Community College

High School Diploma -

Alleghany High School
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