Alayna Mikulski

-Assist Plant and Wildlife Ecologists.

-Conducted various wildlife surveys such as bird, butterfly, bumblebees, fish, and mussel surveys.

-Conducted rare plant monitoring through the Plants of Concern program.

-Data entry using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access.

-Mapping using ArcGis Online and Field Maps.

-Processed collected native plant seed with the use of a hammermill, clipper eclipse, and plot threshers.

-Lead native seed collection volunteer workdays.

-Assist wildlife ecologist with smooth green snake hatch and release program.

-Assist plant ecologist with plant inventories and wetland mitigation monitoring.

-Assist plant ecologist with seed mix designs.

-Conducted online research to develop a native plant grazing seed mix.

-Assist with prescribed burns using UTV, water pump and sprayer.

-Invasive species removal with the use of chainsaw and brush cutter.

-Plant identification with the use of a dichotomous key.

-Tabled at outreach events.

-Identify and remove invasive plants from native plantings.

-Used herbicide to remove invasive plants via backpack spraying, hand-wicking and stump treating.

-Used chainsaw, hedge trimmer, and brush cutters to aid in restoration.

-Drove company truck and trailer to transport crew and equipment to and from the job site.

-Preformed prescribed burns on small private property sites.

-Lead crew members in the job activities of the day.

-Burned brush pile of cut materials from buck thorn and honeysuckle removal.

-Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading procedures.

-Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.

-Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.

-Responsible for handling packages ranging from 1-70lbs.

-Coordinated tutoring sessions, fostering individualized support for students requiring additional assistance.

-Answered student questions

-Invasive species removal via herbicide, brush saws, and hand pulling.

-Seed collection of native plants.

-Received basic chainsaw training and pesticide applicator training while employed.

-Learned native plants of Northeast Wisconsin.

-Engaged in restoration activities in Northeast Wisconsin.

-Maintained greenhouse cleanliness.

-Responsible for caring for plants.

-Assisted with plant sale days.

-Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.

-Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials

-Reported any leftovers not eaten by animals in record keeping document.