SMART Conservation Tools
Adam J. Norton Turner, MSc
Ranger And Conservation Biologist
Stockholm
Summary
I am a dedicated and passionate conservation professional with a deep commitment to safeguarding our natural environment. With a background in ranger services and nature conservation, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to my work. My focus on conservation biology, technology and environmental entrepreneurship drives me to seek innovative solutions to today's conservation challenges. Whether it's leading teams in the field, advocating for biodiversity protection, or fostering community engagement, I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the world around me.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
Work History
Project Officer
European Ranger Federation (ERF)
06.2023 - Current
- Responsible for 8 of ERF's current projects including: Junior Rangers, Twinning, Ranger exchange, as well as novel, and diverse projects.
- Implementing new SMART training course to increase ranger capacity across Europe.
- Successfully helped different ranger organisations across Europe and internationally in crisis suggesting new approaches.
Head Conservation Officer/Fishing & Game Warden
Stockholm City Municipality
09.2022 - Current
- Effectively implementing law enforcement of PA's regulations and laws pertaining to fishing, hunting and recreation.
- Performed habitat management for protected areas successfully utilising best practice methods.
- Established patrolling and habitat management with SMART Conservation Tools at several sites providing quality service for clients.
- Utilising my initiative to improve conservation value and work opportunity.
Founder, Chairman, Former Treasurer
Swedish Ranger And Conservation Association (SRNF)
11.2019 - Current
- Successfully founded this association to unite rangers across Sweden and increase their capacity.
- Established positive organisational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and member engagement.
- Leading the organsiation. Responsible for media, website, organisation and formerly accounting for association.
Director & Conservation Consultant
Opterra
01.2018 - Current
- Delivering quality freelance ranger services and SMART training opportunities.
- Successfully implementing SMART Conservation tool for several agencies and municipalities across Sweden increasing rangers effectiveness.
- Utilised SMART as freelance Conservation Officer resulting in increased efficiency of protection within protected areas.
- Working closely with Police and local authorities to disrupt wildlife crime activities.
Ranger
Huddinge Municipality
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Improved patrolling across municipalities protected areas.
- Implemented SMART to improve effectiveness of management and protection.
- Suggested new structure of organisation for better leadership upon which was implemented.
- Introduced new methods and technologies to better manage protected areas, such as drones and remote sensors.
Research Assistant
Grensevilt Project, SLU
04.2020 - 05.2020
- Conducted field research counting moose droppings in wolf territories for prey/predation analyses for very important publication relating to predator population management in Scandinavia.
Camera Trap Field Technician
NINA, Skandlynx
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Installed camera traps across Värmland county, Sweden for a lynx population study.
- Continuously expanded skill set by pursuing relevant certifications and staying current on industry trends.
Surviving Together Program Intern
Freeland Foundation
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Proposal writting for new grant
- Conducted camera trap deployment for Tiger population study in several national parks.
- Patrolled several national parks with Thailand's Department of National Park's rangers.
Royal Marine
RMR City of London
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Trained as part of the UK reserve forces with the Royal Marine Reserves, City of London.
- Professional infantry soldier with commando training possessing relevant skills and understanding suitable for the ranger profession.
Research Assistant
Leatherback Turtle Conservation Project
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Conducted nightly patrols on a nesting beach to prevent poaching of turtle eggs.
- Relocated eggs to a hatchery successfully releasing over 1000 hatchlings in one season.
Army Officer Cdt.
Army Officer and Leadership Programme
09.2007 - 09.2010
- Utilising strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively organise and coordinate a troop.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing efficient communication and decision-making strategies leading to us winning the inter-troop competition as best cadet troop.
Education
Master of Science - Conservation Biology
SLU
Umeå, Sweden 01.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science (Honours)
The University of Plymouth
Plymouth, England 09.2007 - 06.2010
Skills
Capacity Building and Training
undefinedTimeline
Conservation Officer & Game Warden
10-2023
Advanced SMART Training
08-2023
Project Officer
European Ranger Federation (ERF)
06.2023 - Current
Fishing Warden
02-2023
Head Conservation Officer/Fishing & Game Warden
Stockholm City Municipality
09.2022 - Current
MOOC - New Technologies for Protected Areas
05-2022
Research Assistant
Grensevilt Project, SLU
04.2020 - 05.2020
Ranger
Huddinge Municipality
04.2020 - 09.2022
Founder, Chairman, Former Treasurer
Swedish Ranger And Conservation Association (SRNF)
11.2019 - Current
Camera Trap Field Technician
NINA, Skandlynx
10.2019 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Conservation Biology
SLU
01.2019 - 04.2021
Surviving Together Program Intern
Freeland Foundation
09.2018 - 11.2018
Director & Conservation Consultant
Opterra
01.2018 - Current
Royal Marine
RMR City of London
10.2013 - 03.2015
Research Assistant
Leatherback Turtle Conservation Project
01.2013 - 03.2013
Army Officer Cdt.
Army Officer and Leadership Programme
09.2007 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science (Honours)
The University of Plymouth
09.2007 - 06.2010
Software
R
QGIS
Microsoft Office
Affiliations
- International Ranger Federation
- SMART Technology Council
- European Ranger Federation
- Swedish Ranger and Conservation Association
Certification
Conservation Officer & Game Warden
Telephone
+46737871939
Drivers License
B
Publications
Turner, A.J.N. (2020). A camera trap study on the spatio-temporal behaviour of Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) to mitigate human-elephant conflicts in the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai – Forest Complex, Thailand. Umeå: Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet.
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