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Jim
Schwab: B.S.F. (UBC) PGeo., RPF
Geomorphologist (Smithers office) Jim has worked as an applied research scientist in Smithers since 1976. Over the years, he has developed a broad program of geomorphology research and extension, focussing on hillslope processes, mass wasting, slope stability, storms, erosion control, training of field staff, technical advice, and operational consulting. Jim is also involved in fish-forestry issues and stream geomorphology. |
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Marten
Geertsema: B.Sc., M.Sc. (U of A), Ph.D.
(Utrecht) PAg.
Research Geomorphologist (Prince George office) Marten is interested in applying geological tools to forest science issues. His primary study focus is on landslides and terrain analysis. He is also interested in the effects of climate change on natural hazards, and therefore studies past and present hazard regimes. Marten is currently studying outburst floods, low-gradient flow slides, and long runout landslides and their impacts on forest management. |
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David
Wilford: B.S.F., M.F., and Ph.D. (UBC) PGeo., RPF
Forest Hydrologist (Smithers office) Dave has worked in Forest Sciences since 1975. His research work has included slope stability, fish/forestry interactions, snow, and fans. Extension activities include operational problem solving, providing hydrology input to planning, and training. He was a founding director of the Forestry Continuing Studies Network and he is currently a director for FORREX. Dave is also the Team Leader for the Forest Sciences group in Smithers. |
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John Rex:
B.Sc. (Memorial), M.Sc. (UNBC)
RP. Bio, P.Ag. John joined the stewardship section in 2004. His interests lie in the interdisciplinary application of hydrology and biology as it relates to forest management and fish/forestry interactions. His research activities have focussed on fine sediment transport and storage, the role of small stream riparian zones and their effective management, as well as the implications of the mountain pine beetle infestation on stand water balance and water table elevations. |
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Matt
Sakals:
Research Geomorphologist (Smithers office) Matt is completing a PhD through the UBC Faculty of Forestry, and his project is on the recharging of debris flow hollows…those are found on steep slopes, usually close to the ridge line. Matt worked on the alluvial fan project – those nice gentle landforms at the bottom of slopes. Whether it is the top or bottom of slopes, Matt brings lots of energy, enthusiasm, and new ideas to address the research and consulting issues in geomorphology.
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