Patterson Ecological Consultants
We Provide The Following Services
Natural Resource
Management Solutions
The Patterson Ecological Consultants (PEC) approach to natural resource management is to get it right the first time. Fundamentally, this involves getting to know the goals and objectives from each stakeholder to create studies and assessments that are well planned at the design phase. Supported through science and data, we build upon previous successes that assist in understanding cause and effect relationships vital to developing a strategy moving forward.
We apply reason and logic to resource management, executed through breadth and depth of experience. We embrace the perspective that the path of sustainability requires acknowledgement that wealth is not just economic; it is fundamentally the health of our environment and our communities. PEC draws from the expertise of our professional disciplines and from community knowledge holders; respect for diverse knowledge informs our work. This approach provides a comprehensive understanding that enables informed decision-making. We specialize in invasive species management and wildlife conflict mitigation.
Our approach includes:
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Engaging stakeholders early in the process to guide baseline data collection, selection of valued components, and evaluation of potential effects; designing for the future: tailoring data collection programs to address perceived and potential issues;
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Ensuring that relevant regulatory requirements form part of the planning process and that appropriate permits and approvals are acquired;
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Evaluating existing conditions and proposed changes from a multi-disciplinary perspective that focuses on the interconnections between environmental components;
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Evaluating potential effects at a spatial and temporal scale that is ecologically relevant; and providing mitigation measures that are ecologically sound and technically achievable.
Geospatial Technologies
Geospatial Technologies
PEC can provide complete mapping and GIS services to fit your needs. GIS is an integral tool in todays resource management processes and functions to assist in making more informed decisions. As an integral part of any environmental assessment and planning projects, PEC will deploy the right application for your need. Mapping provides a spatial context for informed decision making and is an effective tool for engaging communities with a project.
Our mapping services include:
- Invasive Species Mapping
- Ecosystem Mapping
- Sensitive Habitat Inventory Mapping
- Custom designed Environmentally Sensitive Areas Mapping
- Wildlife Habitat Suitability Mapping
Nature Center and
Park Site Consulting
The staff at PEC brings both first hand experience and knowledge to your nature center or parks needs. We believe that interpretive education is the key to facilitating change and the need for nature centers to redefine themselves is paramount to that ideal. Parks are the great social denominator and we believe that parks should be both inclusive and sustainable. Our staff is experienced in the following areas:
- Operational and asset assessments
- Collections management -including live animal management
- Strategic plan facilitation
- Interpretive exhibit planning
- Marketing assessments and plans
Staff Training
Staff Training
At PEC, we focus on strengthening skills, competencies, and abilities through staff training programs that create meaningful opportunities for participants. We strive to empower individuals to recognize their potential as we provide transferable skills that can be used both in the workplace and in life’s endeavors. Our most successful participants the most important skill required to be an effective environmental collaborator; a passion for the land.
We view training as a two-way relationship. This can include shared knowledge regarding an area, a new perspective on how to approach an issue, or a new skill regarding how to read the landscape. PEC can provide training that leads to improved employment opportunities and building careers. Our instructors possess skills in areas including environmental educational programming, exhibit design and maintenance, live collections management and handling not to mention award winning instruction in natural resource management strategies.