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D u c k s u n l i m i t e D A Global Leader in Wetlands and Waterfowl Conservation

Ducks unlimiteD inc. (Du) was establisheD in 1937 by forwarD-minDeD conservationists to aDDress the problems of

shrinking habitat anD Decreasing waterfowl populations. toDay, Du is the worlD’s largest private wetlanDs anD

waterfowl conservation organization, with more than a million supporters! Du works with public anD private

clients to iDentify anD implement science-baseD, ecologically sounD solutions to habitat conservation problems.

the Du mission: Ducks unlimiteD conserves, restores anD manages wetlanDs anD associateD habitats for north american

waterfowl. these habitats also benefit other wilDlife anD people.

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g r e at l a k e s/ at l a n t i c r e g i o n a l o f f i c e

many of the continent’s most critical wetlanDs are founD in the great lakes/atlantic region anD along the

atlantic coast, which is why Ducks unlimiteD openeD its great lakes/atlantic regional office (glaro) in 1998, in

ann arbor, michigan. the glaro proviDes comprehensive conservation solutions to restore anD protect wetlanDs anD

waterfowl habitats in 18 states—from wisconsin anD illinois, east to virginia, anD north to maine.

working with a variety of clients, from private lanDowners, consultants, corporations anD conservation organizations,

to state anD feDeral wilDlife agencies, the glaro proDuces unsurpasseD results that proviDe wilDlife habitat,

improve water quality, mitigate for wetlanD loss anD generate a full range of other ecological gooDs anD services.

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s e r v i c e s

the GLaro staff includes more than 30 professionals with a diverse mix of specialties to provide the following services and expertise:

• Wetlandmitigation(1)

• Engineeringconceptanddesign(2)

• Conservationofwetlandhabitat(3)

• GeographicInformationSystems(GIS) toolsandanalyses(4)

• Projectaccountability(5)

• PublicPolicy(6)

• Communicationsandgraphicdesign(7)

• Researchscienceandplanning(8)

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c o n s e r v at i o n o f

w e t l a n D h a b i tat

Ducks Unlimited biologists combine biological and administrative expertise in the planning and delivery of on-the-ground habitat restoration projects. they are skilled practitioners of applied science and are experienced in providing workable solutions for almost every situation, resulting in successful habitat restoration, enhancement, management and protection that will benefit wildlife and people now and in the future. DU biologists are knowledgeable about wetland and waterfowl ecology, and they have an understanding of the habitat values provided by different types of wetlands and how those wetlands can meet the varying life cycle needs of waterfowl and other wildlife, along with the other ecological goods and services provided by wetlands.

r e s e a r c h s c i e n c e

a n D p l a n n i n g

Science-based applied research is an integral part of conservation planning, but more importantly functions to identify information gaps and uncertainties in program delivery. Subsequently, research is conducted to acquire the necessary data to make informed decisions and enable the design of appropriate conservation programs. DU research staff partner with university professionals, joint ventures, state and federal agencies and other non-profits to conduct a variety of large-scale research initiatives throughout the region.



p u b l i c p o l i c y

Public policy staff work with DU’s regional office in Washington D.c., members of congress and their staff and state legislatures to ensure sound conservation policy advancing DU’s mission of wetlands and waterfowl conservation. in the past few years, DU has worked with state legislators and other non-governmental partners to promote wetland protection policies. DU’s strategy is to promote voluntary, incentive-based solutions and encourage actions that directly benefit waterfowl and wetlands conservation. DU’s long history; membership in excess of 600,000; presence in every state and science-based, balanced approach has made Ducks Unlimited a respected presence in Washington, D.c., and in state capitols across the country.

w e t l a n D m i t i g at i o n

DU has developed a specially designed bundled service line that provides the resources and expertise necessary to restore degraded wetlands to high-quality, functional habitat. these services include site identification; wetland delineation; topographic, hydrologic and natural resources surveys, drafting and mitigation design; contracts and construction management; as-builts; monitoring and evaluation and long-term protection and management. DU’s database of potential wetland replacement sites, expertise in wetland habitat conservation, efficiency in contracting and delivery and respected reputation in the conservation community provide a solid foundation for developing and implementing successful mitigation plans.


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p r o J e c t a c c o u n ta b i l i t y

Ducks Unlimited has a team of professional employees dedicated to making sure that fiscal tracking, project reporting, contract compliance and approved audits are accomplished. DU works extensively with federal grants and contracts, and has staff trained in managing federal agreements and experienced with oMB uniform administrative requirements and cost principles. DU uses a tool called conServ for tracking project progress and accounting practices, ensuring maximum quality control.

g e o g r a p h i c i n f o r m at i o n

s y s t e m s ( g i s )

GLaro GiS staff supports, facilitates and enables science-based conservation planning and delivery through data development and warehousing, spatial analysis and customized tools and models. our staff is knowledgeable in many aspects of GiS including: remote sensing techniques, geodatabase design and development, programming, spatial modeling and cartographic design. GiS staff have incorporated the results of our research into a Decision Support System that helps guide our conservation planning process.



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g r a p h i c D e s i g n

GLaro has a full-scale communications program designed to create awareness of conservation activities and issues among key audiences and the general public. this host of services is viewed as a valuable asset when partnering with other organizations on media/public relations events and issues. the graphic design and in-house printing of communication tools is also appealing to partners when jointly promoting a program or event.

e n g i n e e r i n g c o n c e p t

a n D D e s i g n

Ducks Unlimited engineering is respected for its expertise, innovation and efficiency when delivering all formally contracted restoration projects. our engineers work with our biological staff to provide cutting-edge engineering services to assist with habitat-based project designs, enhancing and refining the function and maintenance of wetlands and associated habitat. our surveying crews lend accuracy and efficiency to engineering designs using state-of-the-art GPS and total Station equipment to develop detailed topographic surveys of

individual project sites. our team of construction managers then obtains permits, hires contractors and supervises on-site construction.

DU’s emphasis on construction management ensures that design specifications are followed and that any issues that arise during construction are addressed immediately.

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atLantic coaSt ManaGeMent Unit Great LakeS ManaGeMent Unit

Becky Humphries Director

Gildo M. tori Director of Public Policy Bernard Marczyk Government affairs representative

john M. coluccy, Ph.D. Director of conservation Planning

robb Macleod GiS Manager rob Paige GiS/remote Sensing Specialist kristin Schrader regional communications Manager ryan P. Martin Graphic Designer

Michelle Burdick Project coordinator David Pell contract Specialist, real estate/Wetland Mitigation

christopher theriot Manager of conservation Programs Peter c. Wyckoff, P.e., PWS regional engineer jenifer christman Manager of conservation, Lands

Dennis L. McDonough, P.e. Director of conservation Services Warren S. Weirich Manager of conservation Services David alsobrooks Senior engineering Specialist Gregg H. Bachmann Senior engineering Specialist Brian nicholson, P.e., cfM regional engineer jade a. Phillips engineering Specialist Brandon M. Simon engineer

russel H. terry Director of conservation Programs roy kroll Manager of conservation Programs jason r. Hill Manager of conservation Programs Dane cramer regional Biologist eric Schenck regional Biologist Michael r. Sertle regional Biologist

kurt Dyroff Director of conservation Programs ray Whittemore Director of conservation Programs kurt anderson regional Biologist craig ferris regional Biologist k. Sarah fleming regional Biologist

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DaviD aLSoBrookS Senior Engineering SpecialisteDucationarchitectural construction technology; Henry ford community college

affiliationsState of Michigan residential Builders’ and M & a contractors’s Board residential Builder License

responsibilitiesMr. alsobrooks is responsible for the preparation of construction plans for wetland restoration using Land Development Desktop, along with the accompanying civil and survey software. He prepares topographical surveys from field survey data and provides earthwork computations for construction costs estimation. He is also responsible for computerized information to facilitate staking by survey crews. Mr. alsobrooks has 21 years of experience in the civil engineering and survey field.

GreGG H. BacHMan Senior Engineering SpecialisteDucationDistance education Land Surveying Program; Michigan technological University

affiliationsMichigan Society of Professional Surveyors—associate member

responsibilitiesMr. Bachman is in charge of topographic surveying and construction staking for wetland restoration projects. He is involved with the pre-survey planning, data collection and development of the final topographic survey drawings. Mr. Bachman provides horizontal and vertical control for topographic mapping and project construction, utilizing GPS equipment and conventional survey equipment. Mr. Bachman develops stakeout plans from the engineers’s plans to provide staking in the field for construction of the wetland restoration project. Mr. Bachman is also involved in all aspects of the engineering department regarding the delivery of wetland restoration projects, including bid preparation, construction plan review, on-site construction inspection and construction management.

kUrt a . anDerSon Regional Biologist; Delaware, New Jersey, PennsylvaniaeDucationBachelor of Science, fisheries and Wildlife; Michigan State University

responsibilitiesMr. anderson is responsible for the development, administration and delivery of conservation programs in Delaware and new jersey. this includes preliminary reconnaissance of potential projects, consultations with private landowners and other partners, preparation of agreements and management plans and the coordination and implementation of coastal and inland wetland restoration and land protection activities. Mr. anderson also works with volunteers and fund-raising staff, and disseminates information on DU programs to private individuals and state and federal agencies

expertiseMr. anderson has provided technical assistance to landowners interested in U.S. farm Bill programs and has aided in the development of Michigan’s revised Wolf Management Plan. additionally, Mr. anderson has facilitated white-tailed deer focus group meetings and has worked on waterfowl nesting ecology in the Prairie Pothole region of north Dakota.

nick BiaSini Regional Biologist; Maryland, Virginia, West VirginiaeDucationMaster of forestry, forest Management; Mississippi State UniversityBachelor of Science, Business Management; University of alabama, Birmingham

responsibilitiesMr. Biasini is responsible for conservation programs in new jersey and Pennsylvania. this includes the development, administration, and delivery of these restoration projects. this is accomplished through working with DU staff and volunteers as well as through partnerships with various organizations, state and federal agencies, and private landowners. Mr. Biasini also is responsible for project management and technical assistance to landowners.



DaviD H. Br akHaGe Director of Conservation Programs; LandseDucationMaster of Science, Wildlife ecology and Management; University of MissouriBachelor of Science, forestry and Wildlife; virginia Polytechnic institute and State University

awarDsnational Wetlands conservation award winner, 2003

affiliationsthe Wildlife Society—member since 1981, Upper Mississippi/Great Lakes region joint venture Management Board

responsibilitiesMr. Brakhage managed conservation programs in the Great Lakes and upper Mississippi river, including the states of Wisconsin, illinois, Michigan, indiana, and ohio. His primary emphasis now is on developing foundation support for programs that effect Ducks Unlimited’s mission of conserving waterfowl and wetlands. His other responsibilities include advocacy, volunteer and partner relations, and providing staff support to the north american Wetlands conservation council.

expertiseMr. Brakhage’s expertise includes wetland and waterfowl ecology; potential project evaluation; waterfowl habitat management; securing and administering federal grants and cooperative conservation at local, regional and national levels. Before joining DU, Mr. Brakhage worked 13 years for the florida fish and Wildlife conservation commission.

jenifer cHriStMan Manager of Conservation Programs; LandseDucationMaster of environmental Management, Water resources and environmental chemistry; Duke UniversityBachelor of Science, Wildlife Management; University of nevada, reno

awarDsHoward Hughes research Scholar, Western Society of naturalists Honorarium

responsibilitiesMs. christman manages the GLar’s regional land conservation strategy, including conservation easements, fee-title acquisitions, land donations, trade lands. She trains and coordinates field staff relative to conservation easement and land transaction procedures and leads the team that develops and implements a comprehensive lands initiative to maximize conservation benefits for wetlands and wildlife and generate revenue for regional conservation priorities.

expertiseMs. christman has extensive natural resource management experience including conservation land transactions, watershed management issues and demonstrated success in designing and implementing award-winning conservation partnerships.

MicHeLLe BUrDick Manager of Conservation ServiceseDucationBachelor of Business administration, accounting; eastern Michigan University Management concepts Grants Management certificate

responsibilitiesMs. Burdick manages the GLar’s regional contract compliance and project coordination staff. Her main duties include budget management and grant administration. Ms. Burdick assists management staff to ensure accurate budget projections, tracks funding availability for all projects and does budget training of new employees. She is also responsible for all of the invoicing and data entry for the regional office.

joHn M. coLUcc y, PH.D. Director of Conservation PlanningeDucationDoctor of Philosophy, Wildlife ecology; University of MissouriMaster of Science, Wildlife ecology; University of MissouriBachelor of Science, Wildlife ecology; University of Wisconsin

affiliationsthe Wildlife Society; Upper Mississippi river Great Lakes joint venture Science technical committee; Black Duck joint venture Science technical committee; atlantic coast joint venture Science technical committee; Mississippi flyway council technical Section Giant canada Goose committee

responsibilitiesjohn M. coluccy oversees research and planning efforts, and assists with designing, funding and implementing landscape-level research with the objective of refining habitat programs within an adaptive management framework.

expertiseDr. coluccy has experience with a variety of research issues related to wetlands and breeding, migrating and wintering waterfowl across a broad geographic range. He also has extensive experience with on-the-ground habitat delivery, from directing conservation programs in Wisconsin, indiana and southwest Michigan.



Dane cr aMer Regional Biologist; Saginaw Bay & Lake Erie Watersheds, MIeDucationMaster of Science, Wildlife ecology; University of DelawareBachelor of Science, Wildlife and fisheries Science; Pennsylvania State University

responsibilitiesMr. cramer is responsible for the development, delivery and administration of conservation programs in the Saginaw Bay and Lake erie watersheds. this includes identifying potential projects, developing partnerships, coordination of permits and agreements, and budget management. additionally, Mr. cramer works closely with individuals and public/private entities to secure funding to implement wetland protection, restoration and enhancement projects throughout Michigan.

expertiseMr. cramer has worked with a variety of wildlife species in environments reaching from the Mississippi delta in northwest Mississippi to the sub-arctic tundra of northern Québec. His previous work in academia and at the state agency level has focused primarily on research and monitoring efforts pertaining to waterfowl use of atlantic coastal marshes during various periods in their annual cycle.

Mark fLaSPoHLer Manager of Conservation Programs; MO, KY, and IAeDucationMaster of Science, Biology; University of central MissouriBachelor of Science, Biology; University of central Missouri

responsibilitiesMr. flaspohler’s responsibilities encompass a 3-state area with a significant conservation programs focus on protecting, restoring, and enhancing wetland habitat important to waterfowl, other wetland dependant wildlife and people. Partnership development, strategic wetland project implementation, public policy, and programmatic fundraising are all key elements for ensuring successful conservation delivery in his 3-state area. Position has grown to the point of having a significant effect on DU’s regional and national budget and ability to accomplish continental conservation objectives.

expertiseMr. flaspohler has 18 plus years professional level experience in the field of fish, forest and wildlife management both from a field and an administrative standpoint. He has worked for three different natural resource agencies (state and federal) where he has gained significant work experience in both rural and urban communities. additionally, he has significant experience in the areas of conflict resolution, staff supervision, grant development, conservation easements, annual budget development and administration targeting public conservation land management and private land conservation delivery.

kUrt W. Dyroff Director of Conservation ProgramseDucationBachelor of Science, civil engineering, Minor in environmental engineering;Pennsylvania State University

affiliationseastern tallgrass Prairie and Big rivers Lcc Steering committee; afWa’s Hunting and Shooting Sports Participation committee; engineer in training, State of Pennsylvania; american Society of civil engineers

responsibilitiesMr. Dyroff manages Ducks Unlimited’s conservation programs in the Big rivers Management Unit including the states of illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, and Missouri. Mr. Dyroff delivers an annual budget of $7 million, affecting more than 6,500 acres of waterfowl habitat per year. His responsibilities include program and partner development; habitat delivery; budget management; conservation planning; major gifts fundraising; communications and managing staff, volunteer and partner relations.

k. SaraH fLeMinG Regional Biologist; New YorkeDucationMaster in Wildlife Science, Mississippi State UniversityBachelor of Science, Zoology, University of Western ontario

affiliations

the Wildlife Society, national Wildlife turkey federation, the nature conservancy

responsibilitiesMs. fleming is responsible for the development, delivery and administration of conservation programs in new york. this includes prospecting of potential projects, collaboration with landowners and partners, project design and management, and coordination of agreements, permits, and management plans. additionally, Ms. fleming works closely with individuals and entities to secure funding for future protection, restoration and enhancement of wetlands and associated habitats.

expertise fleming has worked with USDa’s natural resource conservation Service, Maine Department of Wildlife and fisheries, connecticut Department of environmental Protection, Long Point Waterfowl, and Bird Studies canada. Her experiences include monitoring and sampling wetland habitat, passerine, waterbirds, and waterfowl surveys, delivery of management strategies for wetlands restoration and management, water quality testing, and passerine and waterfowl banding.



jaSon D. HiLL Manager of Conservation Programs; WisconsineDucationMaster of Science, fisheries and Wildlife; Michigan State UniversityBachelor of Science, fisheries and Wildlife; Michigan State University

affiliationsSociety of Wetland Scientists; the Wildlife Society

responsibilitiesMr. Hill is responsible for all conservation programs in Wisconsin, including wetland restoration and associated upland habitat delivery, land and easement acquisition and technical assistance. Mr. Hill is also a project coordinator in various DU priority areas across the Great Lakes states, including small wetland design and permitting, construction management and native prairie establishment. additional responsibilities include management of biological staff responsible for illinois, indiana and western Michigan conservation programs, project planning and management, initiative fund raising and volunteer and conservation partner relations.

GreGory L. joHnSon, r.P.L.S Chief Professional Land SurveyoreDucationassociate Degree, applied Science, north Dakota State college of Scienceassociate Degree, civil engineering and Surveying technology, north Dakota State college of Science

responsibilitiesGreg johnson is a licensed and registered Professional Land Surveyor in north Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, colorado, and Wisconsin with over 34 years of experience. as chief Surveyor, Greg coordinates and oversees all aspects of surveying operations, construction stakeout, and consultant projects. Greg coordinates with engineering and construction management staff to ensure project deadlines are met and quality control standards are followed. He has served on various state boards of registration and is currently a member of the north Dakota State college of Science advisory committee for the civil engineering and Surveying curriculum.

expertise• Horizontal and vertical control networks • Topographic and hydrographic mapping of large and small scale watershed projects • Legal boundary surveys • Riparian boundary restoration and establishment • Supervising field operations and construction management activities • National Geodetic Survey OPUS data reviewer and NGS blue booking control data

Beck y HUMPHrieS DirectoreDucationHonorary Doctor of Public Science, central Michigan UniversityMBa coursework, University of Wisconsin, LacrosseBachelor of Science, Wildlife Management, Michigan State University

affiliationsassociation of fish and Wildlife agencies, Midwest association of fish and Wildlife agencies, national flyway council, national fish and Wildlife Health Steering committee, Great Lakes fisheries trust, Michigan natural resources trust fund Board, Boone and crockett Professional Member, Detroit riverfront conservancy Board

responsibilitiesMs. Humphries provides oversight for all conservation operations, including administration, project delivery, planning, research, public policy and budgeting. She is responsible for the supervision of 34 full time staff and a budget of $14 million budget. She worked for the U.S. fish and Wildlife Service and then joined the Michigan Department of natural resources in 1978. She held positions as a habitat biologist, a managed waterfowl area biologist, district wildlife supervisor, acting resource Management Deputy, Wildlife Division chief and eventually served as Director of the Department of natural resources and the Department of natural resources and environment. Ms. Humphries was also active in regional and national associations and served as vP of the association of fish and Wildlife agencies. Ms. Humphries joined Ducks Unlimited in january 2011.

joSHUa t. kavanaGH Regional Biologist; MinnesotaeDucationBachelor of arts, Biology; concordia college associate of arts Degree; ridgewater college

responsibilitiesMr. kavanagh works as a Biologist near new London, Minnesota. josh’s work is primarily with private land-owners and conservation agencies to identify and implement critical shallow lake projects throughout the State. His duties include working with agency partners on securing flowage easements, performing habitat and engineering surveys, as well as consulting and negotiating with private landowners. josh plays a critical link between Ducks Unlimited, conservation agencies/Partners, and most importantly, private landowners. Mr. kavanagh began working for Ducks Unlimited in 2002 as a Shallow Lake enhancement technician with funds provided by the Legislative commission on Minnesota resources (LcMr). Prior to working for Ducks Unlimited, josh served as a conservation reserve enhancement Program Specialist working for the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil resources. in that position josh assisted in securing over 6,000 acres of land into perpetual conservation easements in Swift county.



DeBBie knUDSon Senior Engineering TechnicianeDucationautocaD and architectural Drafting; cabrillo college interior Design ; Portland community college

responsibilitiesDebbie has been a part of the DU engineering staff since 1999. She has 29 years of experience in the drafting field, with an emphasis on caDD (computer aided drafting and design) since 1990. this caDD work has all been in the civil engineering field. Debbie works closely with DU engineers and surveyors on project and plan development. Debbie assists the engineering staff in the drafting and design of wetlands projects in the eight states of the Great Plains regional office. in addition to this drafting, she is also responsible for the generation of topographic maps.

affiliationsautodesk User Group international, twin cities autodesk User Group

expertiseDrafts construction plans utilizing autodesk software (Land Desktop and civil Design)•Works closely with the surveyors to process GPS data to generate topographic maps•Develops maps using autodesk Map software to combine aerial images with digital •terrain maps Performs quantity calculations•Provides technical assistance to engineering staff for all autodesk software products•

roy kroLL Manager of Conservation Programs; SW Lake Erie and Ohio ProgramseDucationMaster of Science, natural resources and Wildlife Management; ohio State University Bachelor of Science, natural resources and Wildlife Management; ohio State University

affiliationscertified Wildlife Biologist; the Wildlife Society - member since 1976

responsibilitiesMr. kroll directs the Southwest Lake erie Land Protection Strategy, which protects existing wetlands and adjacent agricultural property within the coastal zone of Lake erie in ohio and Michigan by use of conservation easements, fee-title acquisitions, wetland restorations and other land protection measures. Mr. kroll is also responsible for the delivery of DU conservation programs in ohio. He acts as project manager, overseeing partnership and project development, budgeting, coordination with engineering staff, development of funding proposals, and administration of grant funds

expertiseMr. kroll has directed on-site research and educational programs, and private land conservation efforts. He has experience in wetland design, restoration, and invasive species control and has authored several peer-reviewed publications on wetland management and historical trends in Lake erie coastal marshes.

eMiLy koWaLSki Staff AccountanteDucationBachelor of Professional accountancy; Saginaw valley State University

responsibilitiesMs. kowalski prepares and enters Bank of america statements, employee expense reports, and office payables into aS400 system so they can be paid. She also works in the conserv database to enter project agreements and to create new project numbers, as well as upload agreement documents.

expertiseMs. kowalski has experience in invoicing (entry, coding, journal entries, etc) as well as experience working in a fund accounting environment.

DoUG LiPet Zk y, P.e. Senior Regional EngineereDucationBachelor of Science, civil engineering; north Dakota State University

responsibilitiesWith more than 26 years of engineering experience, Doug has served on DU’s engineering staff since 1987. Doug currently serves as a Senior regional engineer for the GLar. Doug works closely with engineering staff to coordinate survey and design efforts. throughout his career, Doug has designed and delivered hundreds of wetland projects throughout the Great Plains region and is registered in five states.

expertise• Large watershed wetland restoration projects, including the construction of dams, dikes, water control structures, water conveyance and pumping systems • Developing wetland site plans, cost estimates, final designs and engineering specifications • Designing rough fish passage barriers • Engineering reconnaissance and feasibility studies • Hydrologic and hydraulic investigations and structural analysis • Bid preparation, bid letting, and contract compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations



roBB MacLeoD GIS ManagereDucationMaster of Science, natural resources (GiS and remote Sensing); University of new HampshireBachelor of Science, forestry; Michigan State University

affiliationsamerican Society for Photogrammetry and remote Sensing; Society of american foresters

responsibilitiesMr. Macleod oversees all GiS activities. He works closely with the region’s conservation planner and regional biologists to perform spatial analayses for targeting conservation efforts and planning restoration activities.

expertiseMr. Macleod has classified and assessed the accuracy of more than 20 million acres using satellite and airborne multispectral and hyperspectral imagery, and performed field data collection for the classification of remotely sensed data. He has worked on developing spatial databases and the internet-based Decision Support Systems for conservation planning in the Great Lakes and chesapeake Bay watersheds.

ryan P. Martin Graphic DesignereDucationBachelor of art, Graphic Design; Saginaw valley State University

responsibilitiesMr. Martin handles the design and production of the communications and marketing materials produced by the Great Lakes/atlantic region, including; annual conservation reports for the 21 GLar states, posters, brochures, postcards, tradeshow displays and tabletops, as well as a variety of invitations and materials for DU events throughout the region. Mr. Martin also works remotely for the Southern regional office, handling their graphic design needs.

expertiseadobe creative Suite design software (illustrator, inDesign, Photoshop)

Bernie MarcZyk Director of Conservation ProgramseDucationBachelor of arts, Politics; Princeton University

responsibilitiesMr. Marczyk is the Director of DU’s annapolis office where he oversees DU’s habitat restoration projects in the atlantic region that covers Maryland, West virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, new jersey, new york, connecticut, new Hampshire, vermont, Massachusetts, rhode island, and Maine. in this role, he works with relevant federal, state, and non-profit partners to implement wetland conservation efforts.

expertisePrior to his role as Director of conservation Programs, Mr. Marczyk handled governmental affairs for DU in the atlantic region and Washington, Dc where he advanced policies that benefit north america’s waterfowl and waterfowl habitat. Mr. Marczyk has served at both the federal and state levels of government spending six years as a senior staffer for former Maryland Governor robert ehrlich while he was a member of the US House of representatives and Governor. He also worked at the US Department of agriculture before joining the Ducks Unlimited Governmental affairs office in 2008.

DenniS L . McDonoUGH, P.e. Director of Conservation ServiceseDucationBachelor of Science, civil engineering; Montana State University

affiliationsregistered Professional engineer in the states of De, iL, in, Ma, MD, Me, Mi, nH, nj, ny, oH, Pa, ri, va, vt and Wi

responsibilitiesMr. McDonough serves as the primary engineer for Michigan, ohio and indiana, and is responsible for the design of specialty restoration projects throughout the Great Lakes/atlantic region. He also coordinates engineering services for project delivery. His innovative ideas and techniques, along with his efficient project deliveries, have positioned Ducks Unlimited as a leader in the field of engineering. additional responsibilities include the supervision of project coordinators, manager of conservation services and regional conservation budget oversight.

expertiseover the past 20 years, Mr. McDonough has designed wetland restoration projects for Ducks Unlimited throughout the United States, Mexico and Puerto rico.



LeS MorGenStern Surveyor/Construction ManagereDucationGraduate curriculum, Soil Science, north Dakota State University.B.S. GeoScience,Geology Major, north Dakota State University.construction engineering curriculum, north Dakota State University. a.a.S. civil engineering technology, north Dakota college of Science.

responsibilitiesLes has been employed as a construction Manager with DU since 2000. He has managed and inspected construction activities associated with wetland habitat development in the Great Plains region. He works closely with the engineers, and chief surveyor with preliminary design criteria, plan review, managing construction projects, topographic surveys with GPS technology and, geotechnical investigations. He is also involved in training and mentoring interns in field construction management duties and soil investigations.

expertise• Managing construction activities on small dams, high hazard dams, dikes, water control structures, pond excavations, pump systems and fish barriers • Coordinating geotechnical soils investigations and project stakeouts • Surveying and topographic date collection using GPS technology • Multi-phase environmental assessments, hydrology investigations and interpretation, soils classification, well monitoring and testing, and hazardous waste clean up efforts.

Mat t oLSen Construction ManagereDucationBachelor of Science, construction Management; University of Wisconsin-Stout

responsibilitiesMr. olsen serves as a construction Manager and helps oversee DU’s wetland construction activities in Minnesota and iowa. Matt has been employed with DU since 2003.

expertise• Topographic mapping of large and small scale wetland restoration projects using GPS technology • Project stakeout, construction management, and final inspection • Drafting construction plans, including details, charts, diagrams, and quantities for dams, dikes, and water control structures • Coordinating geotechnical soils investigations

Brian nicHoLSon, P.e., cfM Regional EngineereDucationBachelor of Science, civil engineering; University of illinois, Urbana-champaign

affiliationsregistered Professional engineer in illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan; certified floodplain Manager, association of State floodplain Managers

responsibilitiesMr. nicholson serves as the primary engineer for illinois and Wisconsin. His duties include all aspects of engineering, including survey, design, bidding, construction staking, construction management and working with project partners on other engineering needs that may arise.

expertise Mr. nicholson has worked as a civil engineer for the city of Peoria, iL, working in permitting for erosion, sediment and storm-water control and serving as resident engineer for municipal construction projects involving construction and reconstruction of roads, sidewalks, traffic signals, ornamental streetlights, retaining walls and sewers. His construction project budgets ranged from $250,000 to over $1 million, often with projects running concurrently.

roB PaiGe GIS/Remote Sensing SpecialisteDucationBachelor of Science, Biology (natural resources)/english; central Michigan University

responsibilitiesMr. Paige utilizes arcGiS, arcview and erdas imagine to perform various GiS/remote sensing tasks. He conducts searches to acquire data from different sources or creates the necessary data layers. Mr. Paige also performs spatial and spectral analyses, and provides the results in the form of maps, digital data with metadata or as layers on an internet mapping site.

expertise• ArcGIS/ArcView cartography• Erdas Imagine image classification, rectification and transformation• Data layer creation, organization and manipulation• IT proficiency



DaviD PeLL Contract Specialist, Real Estate/Wetland MitigationeDucationBachelor of Business administration, finance; Western Michigan Universityjuris Doctor, Salmon P. chase college of Law; northern kentucky University

affiliationsState Bar of Michigan

responsibilitiesMr. Pell is responsible for assisting regional staff in developing, negotiating and executing agreements. He is responsible for drafting contracts, reviewing and editing deeds and other real-estate instruments for wetland mitigation and land protection projects. He coordinates with legal, contract and accounting departments to ensure contract execution and payment. He develops, compiles and maintains project files and supporting information, and oversees record management and staff compliance for wetland mitigation and land protection projects. He is also responsible for all contract solicitation, awards and payments throughout the region.

expertiseMr. Pell ran his own private law practice specializing in estate Planning for three years. Prior to that, he spent seven years as a corporate attorney for a public utility company focusing on the drafting and negotiating of real estate contracts, easements, deeds and various other agreements.

eric W. ScHenck Regional Biologist; IllinoiseDucationMaster of forest Science; yale UniversityBachelor of Science, Wildlife Management; University of idaho

affiliationsthe Wildlife Society, certified Wildlife Biologist; Society of american foresters, certified forester

responsibilitiesMr. Schenck is responsible for wetland and waterfowl habitat conservation projects in illinois. He has successfully delivered numerous projects in partnership with the U.S. fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. forest Service, USDa natural resources conservation Service, illinois Department of natural resources, forest Preserve Districts, Soil and Water conservation Districts, corporations and private landowners.

expertise Mr. Schenck can assist public and private land partners in a variety of habitat projects involving wetlands, bottomland forests and native grasses. He is familiar with numerous financial assistance programs available in illinois and he works closely with landowners needing funding support for their projects.

jaDe a . PHiLLiPS Senior Engineering SpecialisteDucationBachelor of Science, Wildlife resource Management; West virginia University

responsibilitiesMr. Phillips is involved with the engineering department delivering conservation services throughout the Mid-atlantic region by surveying wetland restoration sites, on-site construction inspection and construction management. Mr. Phillips brings with him 11 years experience as an engineering technician with the Maryland Department of agriculture. While with the Department of agriculture he was responsible for the survey, design, layout and construction management of projects beneficial to agriculture and wildlife.

kriStin ScHr aDer Regional Communications ManagereDucationBachelor of Science, anthropology, eastern Michigan University

affiliationsnew england outdoor Writers association, association of conservation information, association of Great Lakes outdoors Writers

responsibilitiesMs. Schrader comes from a marketing and advertising background, and has found that forming relationships is the best way to share a message. She most recently was employed in the building industry where she worked as a marketing director, served on several association boards and as a communication liaison for property-related issues. Prior to that Ms. Schrader was an account representative for an advertising agency.



jon ScHneiDer Manager of Conservation Programs; MinnesotaeDucationBachelor of Science, Business administration and Biology; State University of new york college at oswegoMaster of Science,range & Wildlife Management: texas a&M University-kingsville

affiliationsSociety of Wetland Scientists, the Wildlife Society

responsibilitiesHabitat delivery in Minnesota. Mr. Schneider coordinates funding and partnerships for habitat improvement projects with local, state, and federal agency partners and private landowners throughout Minnesota. He serves as DU’s lead biologist on wetland engineering projects in Minnesota, and supervises two field biologists. He coordinates and helps deliver DU land protection efforts with other DU field staff and landowners. He manages state and federal grant partnerships that fund DU wetland restoration, improvement, and protection programs, including annual DU budgets for this work. jon represents DU on Minnesota’s Habitat conservation Partnership on the USDa’s Wetlands reserve Program subcommittee. jon has authored several scientific and technical papers, and is a certified professional by both the Society of Wetland Scientists (professional wetland scientist) and the Wildlife Society (certified wildlife biologist).

Br anDon M. SiMon EngineereDucationBachelor of Science, civil engineering; Michigan State UniversityMinor of Mathematics; Michigan State University

responsibilitiesMr. Simon is responsible for work throughout the 18 state Great Lakes atlantic region. He performs surveys, caD work, on-site inspection and construction management. Mr. Simons educational background was centered around geo-technical engineering, foundations and retention system design. Brandon’s experience compliments Ducks Unlimited’s ability to provide innovative wetland restorations in all areas but especially those with poor site conditions.

MicHaeL r . SertLe Regional Biologist; Indiana & Southwest MichiganeDucationMaster of Science, Wildlife Management; Southern illinois University, carbondaleBachelor of Science, Zoology; Western illinois University

responsibilitiesMr. Sertle is responsible for the coordination and delivery of private and public wetland enhancement and restoration projects throughout the state of indiana and the southwestern portion of Michigan. He is further responsible for the coordination of landowners, engineering staff, contractors and permitting agencies. additional responsibilities of this position include the evaluation of completed projects, development of funding proposals and composition of reports.

expertise Mr. Sertle has accumulated a wide variety of work experience in the states of illinois, north Dakota, South Dakota, nebraska, Minnesota and iowa. His area of expertise is waterfowl and wetland management, specifically the nesting ecology of giant canada geese. He has additional expertise in the nesting ecology and behavior of federally threatened and endangered piping plovers and interior least terns.

jiM StreifeL , P.e. Regional EngineereDucationBachelor of Science, civil engineering;north Dakota State University

responsibilitiesMr. Streifel has served on DU’s engineering staff since 1990. With over 25 years of experience in civil design and water resources engineering, jim has a broad range of expertise including wastewater treatment facilities, municipal water treatment, sanitary/storm sewer design and construction management. jim is currently registered in two states and has worked on wetland restorations projects in colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Wisconsin, South Dakota, and north Dakota.

expertise• Hydraulic and hydrologic analysis and modeling of streams, irrigation ditches, and large watersheds using Hec-raS, Hec-HMS, Hydro-caD, and tr-20 software • Large watershed wetland restoration projects, including the construction of dams, dikes, water control structures, wa-ter conveyance and pumping systems • Designing rough fish passage barriers • Engineering reconnaissance and feasibility studies • Developing wetland site plans, cost estimates, final designs and engineering specifications • Bid preparation, bid letting, and contract compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations



rUSSeL H. terry Director of Conservation Programs eDucationMaster of Science, range and Wildlife Management; texas a&M University, kingsvilleBachelor of Science, fisheries and Wildlife Management; Lake Superior State University

responsibilitiesMr. terry provides leadership and strategic oversight of Ducks Unlimited’s conservation programs in the Great Lakes states of Michigan, indiana, ohio, Wisconsin and illinois, including supervising all biologists and some engineering staff that work in these states. Mr. terry manages an annual conservation budget in excess of $4 million and is active in partner and volunteer relations, fund raising and strategic planning.

GiLDo M. tori Director of Public PolicyeDucationMaster of Science, Zoology, Wildlife ecology and toxicology; the ohio State UniversityBachelor of Science, Wildlife Biology and Management; Michigan State University

affiliationsthe Wildlife Society; certified Wildlife Biologist; U.S. army corps of engineers Wetlands Delineation certification

responsibilitiesMr. tori is responsible for public policy actions, including national issues such as the farm Bill, north american Wetlands conservation act, wetland policy and waterfowl legislative issues. He also leads the GLar’s Public Policy team and coordinates regional legislative issues that deal with Ducks Unlimited’s mission of conserving waterfowl and wetlands, including Great Lakes and chesapeake Bay conservation coalitions.

Mr. tori also serves as a liaison to federal and state agencies, including those states that participate in DU’s State Grant Program, which directs conservation dollars to Ducks Unlimited canada for habitat conservation.

cHriStoPHer tHeriot Manager of Conservation ProgramseDucationMaster of Science, environmental Policy and Planning, University of MichiganMaster of Public Policy, University of chicagoBachelor of art, colgate University

affiliationsWorld resources institute - Business and ecosystem Services Group

responsibilitiesMr. theriot oversees the strategic direction and program management of the GLar’s wetland mitigation program. in this role, he manages relationships with key federal agencies (army corps, USfWS, and USePa), and works with clients and consulting firms to deliver mitigation solutions. additionally, he assists with coordination of DU’s nationwide mitigation program and contributes to DU’s overall eco-asset strategy

expertiseWith more than 15 years experience working on environmental, business & policy issues, Mr. theriot has considerable experience launching and managing program initiatives in the public and private sector. He has consulted and worked directly on ecosystem and payment for environmental services nationally and internationally. Skills and training include financial analysis, budgeting, strategy development, and communications. additionally, he has training in facilitation and negotiation.

Ben van GUnDy Land Protection SpecialisteDucation

Bachelor of Science, fisheries and Wildlife Biology, iowa State University

awarDsWetlands for iowa Program – volunteer award from Governor terry Branstadoutstanding Service award – Lime creek nature center foundation

responsiblitiesWorks to protect critical lands for waterfowl through conservation easements and fee title. Develops relationships with landowners and professional conservationists to protect lakeshore on shallow lakes important to migrating waterfowl. initiates projects, carries out due diligence, and works with a team to carry projects to fruition.

expertiseBroad experience in conservation administration, land conservation, fund raising, and conservation land management.



Warren S. WeiricH Manager of Conservation ServiceseDucationMechanical engineering; owens community college

affiliationsamerican concrete institute—certified testing technician #143337; Michigan concrete association—certified testing technician

responsibilitiesMr. Weirich oversees multiple aspects of regional or national conservation service functions, such as project coordination, engineering, information systems, budgets, contract compliance and new product design. Mr. Weirich also supervises engineering staff associated with project delivery.

Peter c . W yckoff P.e., PWS Regional Engineer; Mitigation & Special ProjectseDucationMaster of Science, Biosystems and agricultural engineering; Michigan State UniversityBachelor of Science, Biosystems and agricultural engineering; Michigan State UniversityBachelor of Science, fisheries and Wildlife; Michigan State University

affiliationsProfessional engineer, State of Michigan; national Society of Professional engineers; Michigan Society of Professional engineers; the american Society of agricultural and Biological engineers; aquacultural engineering Society

responsibilitiesMr. Wyckoff delivers conservation services throughout the Great Lakes region, including wetland delineations, topographic surveys of possible restoration sites, performing engineering design requirements for wetland restoration projects, computer-aided drafting and construction management. Mr. Wyckoff’s technical skills include wetland delineations, GPS surveys, autoDesk Land Desktop, HydrocaD modeling, natural stream channel design, hydraulic engineering design and engineering design of aquaponics systems.

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w e t l a n D r e s t o r at i o n from Dream to Reality

wetlanDs represent some of nature’s most proDuctive anD biologically Diverse ecosystems on earth. unique communities

of plants aDapteD to wet environments proviDe critical habitats for thousanDs of species of fish anD wilDlife anD numerous

benefits for people. more than half of north america’s wetlanDs have been lost. as the worlD leaDer in wetlanDs conservation,

Du acknowleDges the challenge that lies in reversing this trenD anD is committeD to applying state-of-the-art mechanisms

to protect remaining wetlanDs anD to restore those that have been altereD anD DegraDeD. on the following pages, you

will finD proJect Descriptions which are examples of the technical anD professional expertise Du employs to accomplish

its mission anD to proviDe a future for waterfowl, other wilDlife anD people that DepenD on these valuable resources.



b i g m a r s h l a k e Big Marsh Lake Wetland Restoration, Michigan

Ducks Unlimited, in collaboration with a multitude of conservation partners and with north american Wetlands conservation act funding, restored 200 acres of emergent wetland and hemi-marsh habitat by replacing a water control structure and repairing the existing levee. the project was completed in conjunction with the kiwanis club of Battle creek’s Big Marsh Lake property and Michigan audubon Society’s Baker Sanctuary. the previous water control structure had fallen into disrepair and the wetland had not been actively managed for over 30 years, resulting in lowered wetland productivity and markedly decreased migratory bird use. the new water control structure allows for both active wetland management and fish passage. the innovative water control structure design conceived by DU’s engineering staff provides fish passage through the structure during any stage of drawdown. With a system of interior fish ladders arranged in a switch-back formation and multiple exterior stop-log bays, fish can travel up or downstream through the structure when the wetland is either at full capacity or during complete drawdown. the wetland itself is managed specifically for waterfowl and sandhill crane nesting and migration. in less than of year from completion, the rejuvenated emergent wetland witnessed the largest concentration of greater sandhill cranes ever recorded at Baker Sanctuary, an immediate increase in waterfowl usage, and consistent fish movement. this wetland restoration with its innovate design is just one example of the dedication that DU has to overcoming project obstacles in order to see the full conservation of our valuable wetlands.



i l l i n o i s l a n D s p r o g r a m Illinois

for the past 10 years, Ducks Unlimited has had an active land program underway in illinois that has protected more than 3,000 acres of wetland habitat through fee-title purchase or permanent conservation easement. DU’s unique understanding of waterfowl migration patterns, wetland habitat potential and local real estate markets has resulted in premiere land deals that are cost conscious and results focused. DU specializes in acquiring lands for conservation partners and in “turn key” projects that also involve wetland or habitat restoration. Ducks Unlimited’s team of land specialists and biologists has experience in all aspects of negotiating purchase, due diligence, and real estate closings as well as in delivering top rated habitat restoration projects on newly acquired parcels. in some cases, DU also is able to serve as a temporary custodian of property prior to re-sale or transfer of title. in that capacity, DU works with tenant farmers, foresters and contractors to manage and maintain property during transitions of ownership. Ducks Unlimited also works with landowners wishing to protect their property with conservation easements. often, this results in a long-term commitment by DU to serve as the easement steward responsible for monitoring and protection of wetland habitat, functions and values in perpetuity.

b r a n c h e a uCoastal Wetland Restoration, Michigan

Ducks Unlimited (DU) partnered with the U.S. fish and Wildlife Service (USfWS), Waterfowl USa, the international Wildlife refuge alliance, Michigan Duck Hunters association, Metropolitan affairs coalition, Dte, and the north american Wetlands conservation council to restore 67 acres of critical coastal wetland habitat along western Lake erie in Monroe county. the Brancheau property previously was in agricultural production but was restored to coastal wetlands in two adjacent units (45 acres and 22 acres) that will be managed by the USfWS as part of the Detroit river international Wildlife refuge. DU staff provided the topographic survey, engineering design, bidding, contracting and construction management services for this showcase project. in 2010 DU and the USfWS intend to co-host a dedication of this impressive project.



g r e at c y p r e s s s w a m p Wetland Restoration, Sussex County, Delaware

the Great cypress Swamp is located in the southernmost portion of Sussex county, Delaware. Blanketing over 13,000 acres, it is the largest remaining tract of contiguous forest on the Delmarva Peninsula and is one of its most unique wetland resources. Sadly, while portions of the Great cypress Swamp are still partially inundated during wet years, its natural hydrology has been dramatically altered. a vast network of drainage ditches excavated to accommodate agriculture and timber harvest have disrupted complex drainage patterns and diminished both the extent and ecological function of the area. Several years’ worth of concerted effort culminated in the 2009 restoration of 426 acres in the Great cypress Swamp. Delaware Wild Lands (DWL), which owns and manages over 11,000 acres there, joined forces with Ducks Unlimited (DU), U.S. fish and Wildlife Service Delaware Bay estuary Project and Partners for fish and Wildlife, center for the inland Bays, and others to strategically install six water control structures and five ditch plugs aimed at retaining outflow and lengthening the hydroperiod, thus effectively rewetting vast portions of the Great cypress Swamp.DWL and others planted more than 33,000 atlantic white cedars, which have declined significantly and are identified as a “Habitat of conservation concern” in the Delaware Wildlife action Plan. furthermore, DU spearheaded submission of a north american Wetlands conservation act (naWca) grant in 2009 which proposes a similar restoration on an adjacent 343 acres. With support from the U.S. fish and Wildlife Service, center for the inland Bays, and others, DU and DWL are committed to the long-term restoration of the Great cypress Swamp to improve water quality and wildlife habitat.



w e s t c r e e k p r o p e r t y Virginia

one hundred acres of floodplain wetlands along tuckahoe creek in Goochland and Henrico counties is now protected by a Ducks Unlimited conservation easement. Preserving the West creek property in perpetuity will maintain its valuable undeveloped state for numerous waterfowl and other wildlife species. this is biologically important not only from a water quality perspective, but as wetland habitat. While greater richmond continues to expand, the West creek property will serve as an increasingly important urban refuge for the local, winter-ing and migrating waterfowl along the james river. visitors commonly seen on the easement property include american black ducks, mallards, green-winged teal, ring-necked ducks, wood ducks and canada geese. With dense stands of vegetation along the creek, local nesting ducks depend on the area during that crucial breeding period. DU currently holds nearly 2,800 acres in conservation easements throughout the state of virginia. as the landscape becomes increas-ingly fragmented and wetlands are lost, the need to protect the highest-quality habitats will become progressively more important.

4 8 1 - m i t i g at i o n p r o J e c t New York

the 481 Mitigation Project in the city of north Syracuse is one of the first mitiga-tion projects that DU has developed in new york. once the U.S. army corps of engineers (USace) determined the mitigation requirements, DU worked with the mitigant and landowner to develop a mitigation plan that would meet USace permit conditions and replace wetland functions. this project has utilized DU’s full scope of services: site identification, survey, design, contracting, construction oversight, project management and monitoring. the goal of the 481 Mitiga-tion Project is to establish 10 acres of palustrine emergent marsh immediately adjacent to a state wildlife management area. this wetland will replace impor-tant watershed functions including wildlife habitat, reduced fragmentation and water quality protection. restoration activities include the removal and control of Phragmites australis in a 30-acre basin. topsoil was imported and spread within the basin to provide an organic medium for establishing native wetland vegeta-tion and a grassland buffer. DU will monitor the site for 10 years and provide a long-term management plan.



b l a c k D u c k s at e l l i t e r a D i o s t u D y Mississippi & Atlantic Flyways

the purpose of this study was to document the migration ecology of american black ducks in eastern north america to assist managers in refining habitat conservation programs and developing biologically based habitat objectives. our objectives were to identify: (1) migration routes, estimate migration chronology, and describe seasonal variation among black ducks from different latitudes, longitudes, and wintering areas, and (2) key stopovers, estimate habitat use and availability, and describe seasonal variation among black ducks from different latitudes, longitudes, and wintering areas. During the winters of 2008 and 2009, 68 black duck hens were bait-trapped and fitted with GPS solar-powered satellite radio transmitters in oH, ny, nj, De and va. transmitters were programmed to obtain 6 GPS location fixes daily and hen movements were monitored using the arGoS satellite tracking system. once completed this study will facilitate the identification of important wintering, staging and breeding areas for targeting conservation efforts and the development of biologically based habitat objectives for black ducks in the Mississippi and atlantic flyways.



r y e t o w n s h i p Resource Planning Tool, New Hampshire

in 2004, Ducks Unlimited began the development of a GiS-based interactive planning tool for salt marsh restorations in the township of rye, new Hamp-shire. rye has been very progressive in addressing past degradation of salt marsh communities and has removed most of the tidal restrictions that occur there to allow natural tidal flushing to return. also, hydrologic restoration to marsh sur-faces has been completed to increase fish habitat where it has been drained, and to provide habitat for predatory fish that eat mosquito larvae, thus decreasing mosquito populations. the new Hampshire coastal program, Department of en-vironmental Services funded the project. DU staff worked directly with the town’s Mosquito and Wetland Management commission to develop the tool, based on known project areas and estuaries (figure 1). With this historical information, DU staff captured data in shape files and assembled them into an interactive Web-based format that would facilitate the identification and prioritization of target areas easily and efficiently.

n w i National Wetlands Inventory, Great Lakes

the U.S. fish and Wildlife Service’s (fWS) national Wetlands inventory (nWi) has been used for many modeling and planning activities because it covers a large area and uses a consistent classification. However, much of this inventory is 20 to 30 years old and some of the data for the Great Lakes is still in hardcopy format. the usefulness of the nWi data has been diminished due to its age, availability, and the fWS’s limited resources for updating the nWi. therefore, the GLaro GiS staff is currently working with the fWS and a consortium of public and non-profit organizations to update and track the wetland changes in the Great Lakes states. a database scheme has been developed that allows the users to identify current wetlands as well as track the changes of individual wetlands. the updated nWi data will be used by many different agencies and organizations for modeling and planning efforts.

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american Bird conservancy (aBc)

atlantic coast joint venture (acjv)

audubon Society

Bella vista Group inc.

Black Duck joint venture (BDjv)

chesapeake Bay foundation

clover construction Management inc.

corporate Wetland restoration Partnership (cWrP)

county Soil and Water conservation Districts

Delaware Department of natural resources

and environmental control (Dnrec)

Dolomite Group

eastern Shore Land conservancy, Maryland

empire State Pipeline

Great Lakes indian fish & Wildlife commission (GLifWc)

illinois Department of natural resources (iL Dnr)

illinois natural History Survey

indiana Department of natural resources (in Dnr), Division of fish and Wildlife

john Deere

Lake county Parks and recreation indiana

Land trust alliance (Lta)

Maryland’s coastal Zone Management program

Maryland Department of natural resources (MD Dnr)

Maine coast Heritage trust (McHt)

Maine Division of inland fisheries and Wildlife

Michigan Department of agriculture (MDa)

Michigan Department of environmental Quality (MDeQ)

Michigan Department of natural resources (Mi Dnr)

Michigan State University

Millennium Pipeline company LLc

national fish and Wildlife foundation (nfWf)

national Marine fisheries Service (nMfS)

national oceanic and atmospheric

administration (noaa)

natural Heritage Land trust, Wisconsin

new jersey Department of environmental Protection (njDeP)

new jersey Department of environmental

Protection, Division of Land Use regulation;

freshwater Mitigation council

new jersey’s Meadowland commission

new Hampshire fish and Game Department

new york Department of environmental conservation (ny Dec)

ohio Department of natural resources (oDnr), Division of Wildlife

Pennsylvania Department of conservation and natural resources

Pennsylvania Department of environmental Protection (DeP)

Pheasants forever

Private Landowners

rhode island Department of environmental Management, Division of fish & Wildlife

Saginaw Basin Land conservancy, Michigan

Southeast Michigan Land conservancy

Southern illinois University

the andrew W. Mellon foundation

the Black Swamp conservancy, ohio

the Dow chemical company

the nature conservancy (tnc)

the ohio State University

U.S. army corps of engineers (USace)

U.S. Department of agriculture (USDa)

U.S. Department of agriculture natural resources conservation Service (nrcS)

U.S. fish and Wildlife Service (USfWS)

U.S. environmental Protection agency (ePa)

U.S. forest Service (USfS)

United States Department of agriculture (USDa) farm Services agency (fSa)

University of Delaware

Upper Mississippi river & Great Lakes region joint venture (UMr/GLr jv)

USGS Patuxent Wildlife research center, Mary-land

virginia Department of forestry

virginia Department of Game and inland fisheries (vDGif)

vermont Department of fish & Wildlife

Wal-Mart Stores east, LP

Waterfowl festival inc.

Watershed initiative network (Win)

Wisconsin Department of natural resources (Wi Dnr)

Wisconsin Waterfowl association

Wisconsin Wetlands association

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