Colton Johnson

Detail-oriented and mission-driven field researcher with hands-on experience in ecological monitoring, data collection, community engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration. Seeking to contribute field sampling and data analysis expertise to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s amphibian and stream habitat research.

Project Lead – Beekeeping

• Initiated and led a sustainable beekeeping project for 25+ farmers, overseeing seasonal colony management, training curriculum, and ongoing monitoring.
• Designed culturally relevant educational materials and hosted field workshops on integrated pest management and improved management practices.

Service Improvement Committee (SIC)

• Worked to identify and address issues impacting the volunteer experience and service delivery, acting as a liaison between staff and 50+ volunteers to enhance the volunteer experience and improve service effectiveness.

Participatory Analysis for Community Action Committee (PACA)

• Worked with 30+ communities to identify needs, develop solutions, and implement projects that are community-led and sustainable, focusing on building local capacity and ensuring the community retains the skills and knowledge gained throughout the project.

Community Organizer - Nutrition and Sustainable Agriculture Campaign

• Coordinated with local government, NGOs, and farmer groups to deliver household nutrition and sustainable agriculture trainings to 100+ community members.
• Mentored local women’s groups in developing projects and led sessions on financial literacy, budgeting, and business planning.

• Secured $900 Project Grant through a competitive funding process to improve beekeeping practices in rural Nepal; authored grant proposal, managed budget, and implemented activities that included supplying diversified beekeeping equipment and co-facilitating training sessions in the local language.
• Contributed ecological data to U.S. Forest Service restoration planning, including seed mix recommendations and pollinator habitat development tools.
• Successfully trained over 25+ local farmers in sustainable colony management practices, resulting in improved hive health and increased honey yields in the community.
• Designed and facilitated nutrition and agricultural workshops reaching over 100 households, leading to increased dietary diversity and awareness of micronutrient-rich crops.