Dakotah Zimmer

Experience

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  Northern Kentucky University

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Student Researcher

  Participated in a research project "Got Milkweed?" with Dr. Kristine Hopfensperger, Dr. Denise Robertson and other student researchers.

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  Northern Kentucky University Center for Environmental Restoration

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2021

  Student Field Technician

  Assisted in stream construction and restoration at various locations throughout Northern Kentucky. Invasive species removalNative seed sowing, collection, inventory and processing.Operated and maintained construction equipment.

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  Great Parks of Hamilton County

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  Urban Forestry Survey Technician

  Assisted Urban Forester in Tree Risk Assessment surveys in GPHC natural areas, parks, and properties.Assessed potentially hazardous trees for signs and symptoms of decay, decline, and damage. Utilized GIS ArcMap Field Maps application to record Tree Risk Assessments and hazardous trees to remove/re-inspect.

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  Cincinnati Nature Center

  Apr 2022 - Jan 2024

  Assistant Land Steward

  Assisted Land Manager in invasive species removal, prescribed fires, native prairie restoration, foresry thinning. Assisted Horticulturalist in native landscaping, native seed collection, native plant nursery care, tree care and maintenance.

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  Boone County Parks and Recreation Department

  May 2022 - Jan 2024

  Habitat Technician

  Assisted Natural Areas Technicians in managing BCP natural areas and educational programs. Invasive species removalTrail construction and maintenanceTree removal and debris management

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  Butler Soil and Water Conservation District

  Oct 2023 - now

  Natural Resource Technician

  Assist Water Resource and Rural Specialists with technical assistance in field calls. Assist Education Coordinator in educational programs and outreach events. Developing and managing a forestry services program. Provide landowners with consultations in land management, native/invasive plant identification, tree care and maintenance, streambank stabilization practices, and NRCS programs and resources.