Natural Resource Management
I truly believe that forestry is part of the climate solution, but perhaps not in its current form. We need to reimagine our resource.
My favourite projects are ones where I am creating a plan that works for a local licencee, one that is inclusive of harvesting as well as wildlife, aquatic species and most importantly indigenous rights. One that supports local communities, whether plant, animal or human into the future, not just for today. I also believe management of resources is multifaceted that centers around the local needs.
I look forward to hearing your story and your natural resource goals and objective.
Who am I?
Melissa Steidle, RPF
As a Registered Professional Forester, I have spent over 25 years in the forest industry, the majority as a consultant. As is the nature of consulting, I have worked on projects that span across a wide range of forest management. Many of these projects involve managing relationships between government, clients, First Nations and industry to positive outcomes.
Much of my career has included working with small area-based tenure holders such as woodlots and community forests, managing harvest, cut control, reinventory as well as silviculture obligations. In order to manage these tenures, complicated issues must be relayed between the client and government in a manner that is understandable.
I have been working on a multitude of rehabilitation projects. These projects usually focus on linear development rehabilitation such as roads, drill pads, oil and gas infrastructure for specific management objectives such as species at risk habitat restoration. These projects require research, critical thinking and community interaction.
FORESTRY IS GREEN!
Planting trees of course is a great way to sequester carbon, so plant a tree, plant more than one! The more the better. Trees convert sunlight and carbon dioxide into oxygen and cellulose, or wood. Anything made of wood is sequestering carbon. A house made of wood is a carbon sink as is that antique furniture sitting in second hand stores. The longer wood is utilized before being disposed of, the longer carbon is sequestered.
Dragonfly Management Inc.
In almost every part of the world, the dragonfly symbolizes change, transformation, adaptability, and self-realization.
Contact Me!
Prince George, BC
778-675-6616
Sun: Closed, Mon-Fri: 9 am-2 pm, Sat: Closed