Andy Vautrin
Forester
Andy’s passion lies at the intersection of forestry, fire ecology, and watershed restoration. Driven by a desire to empower communities to improve the resilience and resistance of their natural environments to threats like drought, fire, floods, he seeks out opportunities to bolster collaboration in ecosystem management and blend diverse perspectives in conservation. In his role as Forester, Andy conducts forest management planning and project management. Andy’s approach is shaped by a deep appreciation for both scientific rigor and holistic land stewardship, influenced by his research on invasive conifers in New Zealand and his work with the Maidu Summit Consortium in the Sierra Nevada. Andy holds a Master of Natural Resources from Oregon State University. When not immersed in his work, Andy can be found exploring the outdoors through trail running, biking, skiing, and various other activities.