Kent Wimmer

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Senior Representative at Defenders of Wildlife and Coordinator of the Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape @ Defenders of Wildlife
washington, district of columbia, united states
Kent Wimmer's Location
Tallahassee, Florida, United States, United States
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About Kent Wimmer

I enjoy extensive experience in the non-profit and public sectors. My expertise includes: program administration, outreach and communications, public policy analysis, project management, community planning, planning and administration of trails, parks and outdoor recreation areas, protecting wildlife and habitat or managing and advocating for conservation of natural resources.I am a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (064549). I earned a Master of Science in Planning with specialty in Environmental Planning and Natural Resource Management from Florida State University. I earned a Bachelor of Science with major in Natural Resources and specialty in Outdoor Recreation Management from Ball State University.

Kent Wimmer's Current Company Details
Defenders of Wildlife

Defenders Of Wildlife

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Senior Representative at Defenders of Wildlife and Coordinator of the Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape
washington, district of columbia, united states
Website:
defenders.org
Employees:
204
Kent Wimmer Work Experience Details
  • Defenders Of Wildlife
    Senior Northwest Florida Representative And Coordinator Of The Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape
    Defenders Of Wildlife Mar 2014 - Present
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    As the Northwest Florida Representative for Defenders of Wildlife, I am advocating for protecting landscapes and wildlife habitats in the Florida Panhandle. I am also the coordinator of the Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape which you can may find more information at: https://sentinellandscapes.org/landscapes/northwest-florida/. I may be directly contacted at kwimmer@defenders.org or at 850-528-5261.
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  • Blueprint 2000
    Citizens Advisory Committee Member, Former Chair And Vice Chair
    Blueprint 2000 Feb 2011 - Present
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    Served as Chair (2015) and as Vice Chair (2014) as an appointed member to the Citizens Advisory Committee which advises City of Tallahassee and Leon County elected officials concerning the use of one-cent sales tax for storm water and flood control projects, greenspace acquisition, parks/recreation improvements, and transportation projects.
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  • Big Bend Environmental Forum
    Member, Former Executive Secretary, Co-Founder
    Big Bend Environmental Forum 1995 - Present
    Host and organize candidate forums for local, state and federal races.
  • Florida Trail Association
    Florida Trail Association Member
    Florida Trail Association Sep 1985 - Present
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    Life member of Florida Trail Association. Volunteer activity leader with the Apalachee Chapter. Annually lead the Bradwell Bay Swamp Stomp the first Saturday in March and co-lead birding hikes at the Wade Tract, an old growth longleaf pine-wiregrass forest south of Thomasville, GA.
  • Partnership For The National Trails System
    President, Vice President For Governance And Secretary
    Partnership For The National Trails System Feb 2003 - Jan 2015
    Madison, Wisconsin Area
    As a volunteer, provided leadership for for this national not for profit organization which represents the non-profit organizations which build, maintain, advocate and support National Scenic and Historic Trails. Formerly served as President (2010-2011), Vice President for Governance (2007-2010 and 2012-2014) and Secretary (2003-2006).
  • Florida'S Water And Land Legacy Campaign
    Outreach Director
    Florida'S Water And Land Legacy Campaign Aug 2012 - Nov 2013
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    I served as the Outreach Director for Florida's Water and Land Legacy Campaign during its signature gathering phase. This campaign's goal is to put a constitutional amendment on the November 2014 ballot to set aside documentary stamp excise funding for conservation and recreation land acquisition, restoration and management and protection of water resources.I directed outreach to cultivate, develop manage relationships with over 320 organizations including over raising over $29,000 to endorse and support the constitutional amendment. These organizations helped us recruit volunteers who gathered nearly 250,000 signatures over a period of 15 months to place the amendment on the ballot. For more information about the campaign, please visit: www.floridawaterlandlegacy.org or call the Campaign Headquarters at 850-629-4656.
  • Boy Scouts Of America
    Adult Leader
    Boy Scouts Of America 2004 - 2013
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    Adult Leader for Boy Scouts for Crew 10, Troop 10 and formerly for Pack 10. Serve on the Troop Committee for Troop 10 and co-lead outings for the boy scouts of Venture Crew 10 and Troop 10. Served as co-Den Leader and Pack Committee Member for Pack 10.
  • Florida Trail Association, Inc.
    Director Of Programs And Policy
    Florida Trail Association, Inc. Feb 1999 - Jun 2012
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    Incorporated in 1964, the Florida Trail Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit volunteer organization that builds, maintains, protects, and promotes the 1,400 mile Florida Trail, one of only eight National Scenic Trails in the United States, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service. Our volunteers also build and maintain other trails on public land, known as the Florida Trail System. With 18 local chapters, FTA provides educational opportunities for people to learn to appreciate and conserve the natural beauty of Florida, as well as recreational opportunities for hiking and camping.
  • Florida Greenways And Trails Council
    Chair
    Florida Greenways And Trails Council Jan 2006 - May 2012
    Tallahassee, Florida Area
    Formerly served as Chair and as Vice-Chair. Appointed by three former Speakers of the Florida House of Representatives. Formerly served as Chair of the Florida Recreational Trails Council which preceded the Florida Greenways and Trails Council.
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  • Florida Department Of Environmental Protection, Office Of Greenways And Trails
    Greenways Liaison
    Florida Department Of Environmental Protection, Office Of Greenways And Trails Sep 1996 - Feb 1999
    Tallahassee Fl
    Provide professional supervisory, technical and administrative support to the Florida Greenways Coordinating Council and preparing the Florida Greenways and Trails System Implementation Plan. Provided technical assistance and information about conserving greenways and trails to government agencies, organizations and individuals.
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  • 1000 Friends Of Florida
    Planner
    1000 Friends Of Florida Nov 1992 - Aug 1998
    Provided professional supervisory, technical and administrative support to the Florida Greenways Commission. Responsibilities have included developing the statewide trails database and map series, coordinating the Commission's 150 Greenways Across Florida Celebration and advocating the conservation of greenways and trails to public officials and citizen organizations. Provided administrative and technical oversight for the Florida Greenways Program's regional greenway prototype projects. Between 1990 and 1992, directed the Successful Communities program which provided technical assistance and practical ideas to communities to conserve their distinctive resources.
  • U.S.D.I. National Park Service
    Outdoor Recreation Planner (Gs-9)
    U.S.D.I. National Park Service Jul 1989 - Oct 1990
    Philadelphia, Oa
    Assisted state and local governments and private organizations in conserving river-related resources through the Rivers and Trails Conservation Assistance Program. Prepared natural, recreational and cultural resource assessments for the AuSable and Hoosic Rivers, and prepared a report describing the results of a landowner attitude assessment. Led a group of agency experts and recreational users in developing criteria for evaluating the river-related recreational resources of Connecticut's rivers. Assisted in the preparation of the report, A Casebook in Managing Rivers for Multiple Uses.
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  • Usda Forest Service, National Forests In Florida
    Outdoor Recreation Planner (Gs-7)
    Usda Forest Service, National Forests In Florida May 1988 - Jun 1989
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Prepared trail management/certification plans for the Florida National Scenic Trail in the Apalachicola, Ocala and Osceola National Forests and on South Florida Water Management District lands. Coordinated with state agencies and volunteers in establishing the Florida National Scenic Trail on state lands. Co-authored an article describing the Florida National Scenic Trail published in American Hiker magazine (January 1989).
  • Florida State University, Department Of Urban And Regional Planning
    Graduate Research Assistant
    Florida State University, Department Of Urban And Regional Planning Aug 1987 - Apr 1989
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Editor of the book, Combining Facts and Values in Environmental Impact Assessment, which was published in 1988. Designed and conducted a survey and analyzed data concerning the preparatory program for the professional certification test for planners. Produced the Department's doctoral guidebook and alumni newsletter using desktop publishing software.
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  • City Of Ocala Recreation And Parks Department
    Recreation Supervisor Ii
    City Of Ocala Recreation And Parks Department Jun 1985 - Jul 1987
    Ocala, Fl
    Prepared park design plans, grant applications and administrated grants for recreational facility development and renovation. Supervised the instructional baseball program and organized special events.
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  • Indiana Department Of Natural Resources, Division Of Reclamation
    Project Officer
    Indiana Department Of Natural Resources, Division Of Reclamation Nov 1982 - May 1985
    Jasonville, Indiana
    Prepared and administrated grants for the Indiana Abandoned Mine Lands Reclamation Program. Coordinated program activities with the U.S. Office of Surface Mining and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
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  • Indiana Department Of Natural Resources, Division Of Outdoor Recreation
    Streams And Trails Specialist
    Indiana Department Of Natural Resources, Division Of Outdoor Recreation May 1982 - Aug 1982
    Indianapolis, In
    Streams and Trails Specialist, I, Indianapolis, Indiana (May 1982 to August 1982). Recruited and organized volunteers for trash cleanups on Wildcat Creek. Revised the Wildcat Creek Information Sheet and the Creek’s description for the 1983 Indiana Canoeing Guide. Supervised Knobstone Trail maintenance.
  • Usda Forest Service, Bridger-Teton National Forest
    Trail Surveyor And Trail Crew Member
    Usda Forest Service, Bridger-Teton National Forest Jun 1981 - Aug 1981
    Pinedale, Wyoming
    As a volunteer, documented trail conditions and constructed trail erosion controls in the Bridger Wilderness. Designed and conducted a survey dealing with backpackers' attitudes toward Bridger Wilderness.

Kent Wimmer Skills

Community Outreach Grants Policy Analysis Nonprofits Public Speaking Policy Environmental Planning Environmental Policy Conservation Issues Natural Resource Management Sustainability Grant Writing Environmental Education Trails Public Policy Program Management Environmental Impact Assessment Local Government Outdoor Recreation Natural Resources Event Management Environmental Awareness Land Use Planning Government Leadership Volunteer Management Parks Fundraising Grassroots Organizing Public Administration Recreation Proposal Writing Project Management Event Planning Program Development Community Engagement Urban Planning Legislative Relations Economic Development Land Use Budgets Ecology Newsletters Environmental Issues Lobbying Legislation Project Planning Politics

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Kent Wimmer works for Defenders Of Wildlife

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Kent Wimmer's current role is Senior Representative at Defenders of Wildlife and Coordinator of the Northwest Florida Sentinel Landscape.

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What schools did Kent Wimmer attend?

Kent Wimmer attended Florida State University, Ball State University.

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Kent Wimmer has interest in Hiking The Florida Trail, Environment, Nature And Wildlife Photography, Camping In The Florida Panhandle, Animal Welfare, Canoeing And Kayaking Florida's Rivers.

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Kent Wimmer has skills like Community Outreach, Grants, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Policy, Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, Conservation Issues, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, Grant Writing.

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