Isaac Fournier

Associate Project Biologist at SWCA

Isaac Fournier has a diverse work experience in the environmental and wildlife conservation field. Isaac began their career as a Fly Fishing Guide/Ranch Hand at Buffalo Creek Land & Cattle LLC in 2017, where they maintained fence lines, assisted in cattle branding, and guided fishing trips. In 2018, they worked as a Fly Fishing Lodge Camp Hand at DENEKI OUTDOORS ALASKA WEST LLC, where they processed salmon, cleaned guest accommodations, and apprenticed as a fishing guide.

Isaac then transitioned into the field of fisheries and wildlife management. Isaac served as a Fisheries Biological Aide at Idaho Fish and Game in 2019, contributing to the long-term monitoring of ESA-listed fish populations in Idaho's Clearwater River Basin. Their responsibilities included running a jet boat, conducting snorkel surveys, and camping in wilderness areas.

In 2019, Isaac also founded and served as the President of the University of Puget Sound Fishing Club, where they developed a community centered around fishing and conservation. Isaac organized fishing trips and led discussions on sustainable harvest and fisheries practices.

Isaac continued their work in fisheries management at Idaho Fish and Game in 2020, this time as a Fisheries Technician. Isaac provided management recommendations for sport fisheries in central Idaho and conducted research on high mountain lake fisheries and aging techniques for warmwater fish. Isaac utilized data manipulation and modeling in RStudio, produced technical figures, and wrote reports on research and monitoring efforts.

In 2021, Isaac worked as a Fisheries Technician at the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, collaborating with rural stakeholder groups to manage fisheries and riparian habitat. Isaac worked on projects ranging from assessing sport fisheries to restoring native fish populations.

Most recently, Isaac is employed as a Staff Biologist at SWCA Environmental Consultants since 2022. The details of their role at this company are not provided.

Overall, Isaac Fournier has gained experience in various aspects of environmental conservation, fisheries management, and wildlife research throughout their career.

Isaac Fournier attended the University of Puget Sound from 2016 to 2020, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.

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Timeline

  • Associate Project Biologist

    December 1, 2023 - present

  • Staff Biologist

    July, 2022