Mary Erickson

Environmental professional with a B.S. in Aquatic Biology, concentrations in Wetlands Ecology and Aquatic Systems, an A.S. in Watershed Science, and a Wildlife Ecology Certificate. Experienced in wetland delineation, soil and water sampling, vegetation identification, hydrology, watershed monitoring, aquatic research, and GIS/GPS mapping. Skilled in using Trimble and EOS GPS systems, BioApp, water drones, soil augers, and environmental field equipment.

Wetland Ecologist / Wetland Delineator - CK Wetland Services - Chisholm, MN

(2026-03)

• Conduct wetland delineations using vegetation, soils, and hydrology.
• Assess soil profiles, hydric soil indicators, Munsell soil colors, and watercourses.
• Identify plant species and wetland indicator status.
• Use Trimble and EOS GPS systems, GIS, BioApp, water drones, and soil augers for fieldwork, mapping, and data collection.
• Document field observations, photographs, and assessment data for environmental consulting projects.

Watershed Field Scientist — WPLMN - Minnesota North College - Vermilion

(2023 - 2024)

• Co-managed watershed monitoring fieldwork supported by Minnesota Legacy Amendment funding.
• Collected water samples and monitored nutrients, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and biological indicators.
• Conducted stream and river habitat assessments and maintained field equipment.

Aquatic Systems & Wetland Fieldwork - Bemidji State University - Bemidji, MN

(2023 - 2025)

• Conducted macroinvertebrate sampling, water-quality monitoring, and aquatic habitat assessments.
• Evaluated wetland vegetation, soils, and hydrology and identified wetland indicator species.
• Used GIS mapping, field equipment, and standardized sampling methods to document environmental conditions.

Environmental Research Intern - CAP Single-Use Products Study

(2025 - 2025)

• Conducted community surveys and interviews for the Circularity Assessment Protocol project.
• Collected and analyzed data and contributed to technical writing and environmental outreach.

Additional Field Experience - Burntside Lake Association - Ely, MN

• Assisted with aquatic ecosystem monitoring, fish health assessments, and water-quality data collection.

Kawishiwi River Sampling Internship - Minnesota North College - Vermilion

• Participated in river and watershed monitoring, aquatic sampling, and multi-day fieldwork.

B.S. - Aquatic Biology, Wetlands Ecology and Aquatic Systems - Bemidji State University (2025-12)

A.S. - Watershed Science - Minnesota North College — Vermilion Campus (2024-05)

Certificate - Wildlife Ecology - Minnesota North College — Vermilion Campus (2024-12)