Ecological Experts

Founder/Field Ecologist

Ryan McCarthy

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Ryan is a rangeland and wildlife conservation specialist with ten years of field experience executing projects on the ground for public and private sectors, focusing on place-based collaboratives involving diverse stakeholders. He has a multifaceted career with experience in forestry/fire management, invasive species mitigation, abandoned mine reclamation (including safeguarding & habitat preservation/restoration), wild horse and burro population management, construction monitoring, and biological surveying.

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Conservation Detection Dog/Field Assistant

Ranger

Ranger is the newest addition to the team. She is currently a junior member in training; once she completes training, she will serve as a Conservation Detection Dog/Field Assistant.

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Task Dependent

Subject Matter Experts

Depending on the project and scope of work we have a network of subject matter experts that work with us to meet the needs of our clients and ensure successful outcomes.