Katherine Howlett
Round Mtn.,CA
Summary
Highly motivated aspiring forester with over 4 years of experience in forestry related positions. Self-starter who is adaptable to meet the needs of any project or organization. Strong track record of proficiency on assignments and dedication to serving the interests of landowners in Northern California.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forestry Aide
CalFire - La Tour Demonstration State Forest
Redding, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Completed the initial CFI on Big Bend DSF under RPF supervision
- Accurately collected inventory data for a Timber Atlas Inventory
- Planted white fir, doug fir and red fir trees from 5 and 6” styro plugs
- Marked timber for harvest under a selection silviculture plan.
- Maintained facilities, such as fire pits, camp bathrooms, and forest roads.
- Performed culvert and crossing surveys using the Survey123 platform in compliance with the guidelines set out in the LDSF Road Management Plan
- Operated ¾ ton pickup trucks safely in off-road and winter driving conditions.
- Lived and worked cooperatively with 4 other Aides at the LaTour Barracks.
College Corps Fellow
Western Shasta Resource Conservation District
Anderson, CA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Identified native and invasive plant species and recorded their locations.
- Assisted the BLM and NPS with removal of invasive Dittrichia graveolens (stinkwort).
- Cruised timber using fixed area plots under the supervision of a licensed RPF.
- Created Beaver Dam Analogs on a Conservation Easement
- Collaborated with other Fellows in order to identify areas for improvement.
College Corps Fellow
Big Bend Community Land Trust
Big Bend , CA
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted with set-up and presentations at monthly CWPP meetings.
- Designed a forest health and fuels reduction PowerPoint, and presented it at a public meeting.
- Performed a forest inventory assessment under the supervision of a licensed RPF using clinometers, laser rangefinders, loggers tape and increment borer.
- Reviewed and discussed land assessments and area maps.
Freelance Landscaper
Self-employed
Round Mountain, CA
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Work independently and in groups on various yard maintenance projects.
- Wore appropriate PPE while performing job duties, and carried up to 50 lbs in backcountry conditions.
- Established and maintained defensible space around homes according to CalFire guidelines.
- Performed maintenance on equipment, such as changing blades, sharpening teeth and adjusting carburetors.
- Arranged upwards of 200 4'x4' brush piles for later burning.
Nursery Grower
Self-employed
Round Mountain, CA
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Propagated a variety of edible plants and flowers by seed and identified and treated for pests and diseases.
- Germinated seeds at a success rate of 95%.
- Raised plants to maturity for sale and communicated with customers on plant care.
- Developed integrated pest management plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Forest Science & Technology
Shasta College
05-2024
Skills
- Plant Identification
- Timber Cruising
- Field Sampling
- Timber Marking
- Equipment Maintenance
- Fire Prevention
- Tree Removal and Thinning
- Public Speaking
Certification
- Completed Placer RCD forestry mentorship program 2022/2023
- CADGS Defensive Driver
- EMS Common Infectious Pathogens
- ICS - 100, 200
- FEMA 700 and 800
- S-190 Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior
- Emergency Incident Awareness (EIA)
- Fireline Safety Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Forestry Aide
CalFire - La Tour Demonstration State Forest
06.2024 - Current
College Corps Fellow
Western Shasta Resource Conservation District
08.2023 - 05.2024
College Corps Fellow
Big Bend Community Land Trust
09.2022 - 05.2024
Freelance Landscaper
Self-employed
01.2019 - 07.2022
Nursery Grower
Self-employed
04.2018 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Forest Science & Technology
Shasta College
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