Who We Are
ESA is much more than the typical environmental consulting firm because our products result from our uniquely diverse professional backgrounds. Working Ecologists, Hugh D. Dinkler, PWS and Craig Huegel, Ph.D. bring more than 50 years of combined professional experience to ESA, providing us with the ability to respond to a wide range of project needs.
We take great pride in the reputation we have earned and for the integrity and commitment we bring to every project. We will handle your project with precision and care to meet your objectives as well as the needs of the land. We promise to help you through the entire process from planning to implementation. Knowing what works allows us to complete your project right the first time.
Hugh D. Dinkler, PWS
280 Abalone Rd.
Venice, FL 34293
(941) 330-5549
hdinkler@ecologicalSA.com
Mr. Dinkler worked for the Southwest Florida Water Management District during the state’s transition to the Environmental Resource Permitting process, and served as the Environmental Manager of the Sarasota Regulation Department for 8 years. He has served as an environmental consultant since 2004.
Disciplines & Specialties
- Wildlife and Plant Surveys
- Wetland and Upland Ecological Assessments, Restoration Designs, and Habitat Management Plans
- Regulatory and Proprietary Permitting and Compliance Support
- Water Quality Support
- Wetland Delineations and Hydroperiod Establishment
- Expert Witness and Litigation Support
- Water-Use Permitting Support
Education
- M.S., Agricultural Operations Management, University of Florida, 1990
- B.A., Wildlife Ecology, University of Florida, 1986
Certifications
- Professional Wetland Scientist, Society of Wetland Scientist, 1995
- Open Water Diver II, YMCA, NAUI, CMAS, 1988
- Cavern Diver, NACD, 1988
- Basic Fire Fighting, USFWS, 1985