Ally Nichols
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Dedicated field biologist specializing in fieldwork in remote, challenging terrains. Highly adept at navigating difficult landscapes and working in bear-populated areas. Skilled in fieldwork techniques, including data collection, specimen handling, and habitat assessments. Proficient in operating and maintaining field equipment and mechanically inclined. Demonstrated ability to conduct field operations ethically and safely in harsh environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Consultant
EBB Environmental Consulting inc.
Delta, British Columbia
04.2019 - Current
- Provided environmental consulting services for various clients throughout British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba
- Analyzed designs and project components to provide professional advice on environmental impacts and ensure compliance
- Implemented salvage and inventory designs for small mammals and herptiles with a focus on Species at Risk
- Hands-on experience working with many species of wildlife including salmonids, herptiles, waterfowl, American beaver, American river otter, and small mammals
- Analyzed project plans and procured necessary environmental permits and authorizations
- Organized field operations within a team environment
- Liaising with private landowners, indigenous communities, and Provincial and Federal representatives.
Volunteer
Nature Valley Conservancy
Remote
03.2019 - Current
- Volunteer for the Frog Finder’s Program
- Responded to amphibian identification requests
- Consulted on amphibian-related inquiries and advised on proper handling of native and invasive herptiles
- Provided green frog and American bullfrog management plans.
Environmental Technician
Ducks unlimited Canada
Surrey, BC
04.2016 - 09.2018
- Summer contract involving day-to-day operations and maintenance of conservation properties in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island
- Conducted routine removal of beaver dams and maintenance of water control structures and field equipment
- Ensured dykes and spillways met dam safety requirements
- Aided biologists in monitoring juvenile Chinook in the Fraser River using Fyke Nets
- Surveyed flora in the backshore and foreshore habitats of Boundary Bay during routine vegetation assessments.
Environmental Technician
The Nature Trust of British Columbia
North Vancouver, BC
04.2012 - 09.2014
- Summer contract involving day-to-day operations and maintenance of conservation properties in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island
- Maintained signage and trails using brush saws
- Focused on identifying and managing provincially noxious species in accordance with Provincial Best Management Practices.
Environmental Technician
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
Surrey, BC
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Short-term contract in conjunction with Ducks Unlimited Canada to manage English cordgrass species in mudflat habitats
- Monitored the effectiveness of herbicide treatments through baseline and post-treatment assessments with the Tsawwassen First Nations
- Identification of salt marsh flora and differentiation of cordgrass species.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Conservation -
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC04-2019
Skills
- Stakeholder liaison
- Environmental assessments
- Permitting procedures
- Regulatory knowledge
- Environmental Monitoring
- Animal Handling
Certification
- Rescue from Water (Basic and Moving)
- Bear Aware: Working in Bear Country
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
- Level 1 First Aid for Industry (OFA Level 1 Equivalent) and Level A CPR/AED
- Fall Protection
- Class 5 Driver’s
- Boating
- Certified Trapper
- Possession and Acquisition
Career Development
- Fraser Valley Conservancy: Oregon Spotted Frog Training
- Natural Resources Training Group: Amphibian and Reptile Salvage Methods
- The Amphibian Foundation of Atlanta: Master Herpetologist Program
- K9 Conservationists: Canine Conservation Detection Handler Training
Affiliations
- Professional Biologist #6361
- Registered Biologist (In Progress)
Timeline
Environmental Consultant
EBB Environmental Consulting inc.
04.2019 - Current
Volunteer
Nature Valley Conservancy
03.2019 - Current
Environmental Technician
Ducks unlimited Canada
04.2016 - 09.2018
Environmental Technician
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
09.2013 - 10.2013
Environmental Technician
The Nature Trust of British Columbia
04.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Conservation -
University of British Columbia
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