Bruce Cudkowicz
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Highly motivated environmental science student with professional experience in environmental restoration and education. Skilled in developing and conducting research projects on ecological restoration and species distributions & biodiversity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group (SFEG)
Mt. Vernon, WA
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Acquired a wide range of skills in the field of environmental restoration while interning at SFEG.
- Evaluated success of restoration efforts by visiting previously planted sites and conducting vegetation monitoring with GIS data collection programs.
- Efficiently assigned nursery plants to upcoming planting projects considering site conditions and plant species capabilities.
- Participated in seining and fish rescue projects on large-scale fish passage construction projects.
Kayak Instructor (Seasonal, Spring)
Lakewood Recreation, Western Wahington Univerity
Bellingham, WA
03.2022 - 05.2023
- With this position, I honed my skills in creating an encouraging and inclusive outdoor learning setting.
- Lead small groups on expeditions into more challenging waters, ensuring that everyone was properly prepared beforehand.
- Managed emergency situations quickly and efficiently according to established safety procedures.
Crew Member
Solstice Sown Designs, LLC
Cortez, CO
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Served as a key member in an ecological land management crew, contributing to the design and establishment of small-scale farms, food forests, and medicinal gardens using regenerative and ecologically sustainable methods inspired by permaculture principles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA05-2025
Skills
- Field-based research in remote settings
- Native and Invasive plant ID
- Excel and R for data management and communication
- Field GIS data collection and analysis
- Preparing written reports
- Fostering positive and inclusive learning environment
- Designing and implementing projects
Affiliations
- Wholistic, organic gardening
- Rock climbing and mountaineering
Certification
- River Studies and Leadership Certificate (In Progress)
Accomplishments
- Society for Ecological Restoration 2024 North American Conference Presenter
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intern
Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group (SFEG)
05.2024 - 09.2024
Crew Member
Solstice Sown Designs, LLC
07.2022 - 09.2022
Kayak Instructor (Seasonal, Spring)
Lakewood Recreation, Western Wahington Univerity
03.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Washington University
- River Studies and Leadership Certificate (In Progress)
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