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Cite of .� ►' 8, Centerville Avian and Bat Surveys Alison's experience includes assessing potential impacts from the installation of a large -scale wind energy conversion system to birds and bats. This involved performing data searches and developing and conducting surveys for both birds and bats across 40 square miles, as 41. well as evaluating potential impacts to wetlands and other natural resources. While at the USGS,Alison conducted waterfowl and GF _ shorebird surveys as part of a research project to investigate the impacts of climate change on waterfowl - 1 -- and shorebirds. This work included correctly identifying birds by species and delineating and classifying wetlands in agricultural and prairie landscapes. '� . As part of Alison's research experience, she designed and implemented pheasant surveys in southern Minnesota goo to test how common variables affect survey results. TM This involved training over 40 individuals to take part in the surveys, mapping land use, delineating wetlands, and creating a database of the results. River and Stream Assessments Alison served as the biological field crew leader for the EPA's National Rivers and Streams Assessment in South Dakota. As part of this effort, she conducted monitoring on 64 rivers and streams throughout the State of South Dakota which included collecting water and sediment samples, macroinvertebrate and fish samples, and coordinating with landowners. She also compiled the results of the surveys into a database usingArcMap GIS. Vegetation Management and Erosion Control While at Conservation Corps Minnesota,Alison conducted exotic species and noxious weed removal through manual and chemical means. She also conducted prescribed burns and worked with landowners to install erosion control BMP's to protect Lakeshore areas. m Key Personnel 40