Fish & Wildlife Intern
Marcus McClung
Nespelem, WA
06.2024 - Current
- Attended lectures from local firefighters on various aspects of the job such as hazardous materials response protocol or wildland fire management strategies.
- Collaborated with local communities on stewardship initiatives related to habitat protection or restoration efforts.
- Monitored wildlife habitats to identify potential threats or disturbances.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing wildlife survey results.
- Monitored animal behavior and documented observations for scientific studies.
- Tracked movements of various species through GPS collaring techniques and aerial reconnaissance methods.
- Interpreted aerial photographs, satellite images, records, deed plats and other sources of information used in land surveys.
- Assisted in the unloading of fishing vessels, sorting and grading salmon.
- Inspected fish for quality assurance prior to processing.
- Recorded data related to catch size, weight, and species of fish processed.
- Worked cooperatively with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the shift.
- Operated drones to capture aerial footage of landscapes, events, and other subjects.
- Established short- and long-term plans for forest management to maintain forest lands and resources.
- Identified potential threats that may affect the health of wildlife populations.
- Observed animal behavior patterns in their natural environment.
- Treated animal injuries and diseases and studied sickness transmission.
- Responded to public regarding plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.
