What we Do
Critical Areas Mapping & Analysis
From wetland and stream delineations to FEMA Floodplain Habitat Assessments to shoreline buffer mitigation and enhancement plans. Experience and technical expertise combined with well established relationships with regulatory staff and other experts in the field help us get your project through the complications of regulatory compliance while ensuring environmental stewardship.
Shoreline Permitting
Expertise in both the regulatory and natural environments of Island County Shorelines. From permitting to preparation of environmental reports required to develop within the most sensitive and highly regulated environments.
Shoreline Armoring and Enhancement
Whether permitting a new or replacement seawall or designing an enhancement plan to bolster a property's natural defenses, we have the expertise to assist your project. Including coordinating with coastal engineers/geologists and referring local contractors to assist with construction
Aerial Imagery & Modeling
Along with an FAA certified drone pilot, we use a fleet of Unmanned Aerial Systems or drones to capture high resolution aerial photos to serve a variety of purposes. Imagery for real estate marketing, highly accurate site mapping, terrain modeling and more.
Forage Fish Spawn Surveys
As often required by regulatory agencies for shoreline projects involving work with heavy equipment on the beach, forage fish spawn surveys involve lab analysis of winnowed samples of beach sediment. We prepare and submit the required reports to applicable regulatory agencies and provide you with imagery from the laboratory analysis.
About
A Pacific Northwest native, Matt Kukuk (Kukuk is pronounced like cue-cuck) has spent his entire life exploring the forests, wetlands and shorelines of Whidbey and Camano Islands.
With degrees in physical geography and ecology from Central Washington University, Matt has spent more than two decades working in Island County. 10-years as a Planner for Island County and 12+ years as a private consultant serving the residents and businesses of Island County exclusively.