Botany Technicians perform protocol level surveys to identify special status plant, lichen, and fungi species as well as map sensitive plant communities for both NEPA and CEQA projects. Crews document all plants observed on the site, map special status species extents or potential habitat, and assess potential impacts based on regulations and site specific characteristics.

Our crews survey for and map noxious weed species, implement a wide range of treatment methods, and perform post-treatment seeding and mulching to promote native species revegetation. We use environmentally responsible methods to control invasive species, reduce the risk of new invasion, and promote the long-term ecological health of native vegetation.

Botany Crews collect locally adapted native seed for use during restoration and revegetation efforts, for seed bulking and grow out, or for long term storage. While primarily focused on perennial grasses, collections may also include species such as wetland forbs and upland shrubs based on project needs and direction from the grantor.

Technicians provide meadow, riparian, and upland plantings to support habitat restoration and revegetation projects. Restoration and revegetation species are chosen based on factors such as prior local abundance, hardiness, ecological function, elevation, and genetic diversity.

Under the direction of an Army Corp of Engineers Wetland Delineation certified lead, technicians identify the presence and boundaries of wetlands by examining vegetation, soil, and hydrology. Crew members may assist in a full delineation or rapid meadow assessment to be used for future restoration as well as data collection and quality control for submission into regional wetland model development.