Erin Markle

Managed horse herd care including feeding, grooming, and equine wellness assessments, while maintaining barn and surrounding area upkeep. Provided riding instruction for novice to intermediate riders, ensured documentation (e.g., incident reports and vehicle logs) was completed promptly, and maintained strict safety standards.

Provided emotional support and guidance to children, using positive reinforcement and patience-focused strategies to encourage appropriate behavior. Supported conflict resolution, instructed craft and activity sessions to develop gross and fine motor skills, and monitored children to ensure safety and wellbeing.

Performed daily stable and animal care for 16+ horses, including mucking out stables, sweeping and maintaining facilities, and following feeding routines and the farrier visit schedule. Conducted horse wellness checks, provided basic wound care/medical aid, fit tack for horses and riders, and educated visitors and staff on proper equine care.

Counseled children with varying ages and developmental needs, leading groups through camp activities while ensuring safe conduct in and around the barn/arena. Resolved camper conflicts by listening to complaints and helping find solutions that benefited everyone involved.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Oregon State University.

Earned a High School Diploma (Regents) at Tri-Valley Central School.

Studied Environmental Studies at SUNY Ulster.