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TWIG offers professional consulting services related to the human dimension of natural resources in general, and to human-wildlife
interface and urban wildlife
issues in particular. We'll be happy to discuss any of the services listed below,
how they can work for your particular project, your budget and our consulting fees,
Web-based Surveys
Web-based surveys, while relatively new, are gaining popularity because they are often faster, better, cheaper and easier
to conduct that traditional telephone or mailing methods. Web-based surveys may
be preferable in cases where, for example, the survey can be conducted with a "convenience sample,"
with a "probability sample," or when there is a list of e-mail addresses for the target population.
E-Mail Surveys
E-mail surveys can be thought of as a cross between traditional mailed surveys and web-based
surveys. The survey is contained in the main body of the message or as an attachment. As with web-based surveys, e-mail
surveys are often faster, cheaper and easier to conduct that traditional telephone or mailing methods. In our experience,
e-mail works best for relatively short, simple surveys.
Mail Surveys
There are some cases in which only a tried-and-true mailed survey will do--for example, when the
target population is not technologically savvy or the only contact information available is a list of
mailing addresses. Working with experienced professionals will ensure that resources are used
efficiently to provide high response rates, quality data collection and analysis.
Data Collection
TWIG works with agency personnel, businesses and non-profit groups to develop and implement both qualitative and quantitative
research projects on human dimensions, urban wildlife and human-wildlife interface issues. Clients include: Texas A&M
University, International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council, Agricultural Extension, U.S. Forest Service, and the Texas Wildlife
Association.
Program Evaluations
Program evaluations are necessary to: determine the effectiveness of natural resource programs, initiatives, policies, and
services; measure what works and what doesn't; and identify where and how improvements should be made. Evaluations can be
broad or narrow in scope, and may utilize a
variety of assessment techniques.
Course Development
TWIG personnel have extensive experience developing both formal and informal educational courses
and programs on natural resource topics for audiences of all ages.
Educational & Interpretive Materials Development
From brochures, to web-site content, to signage and guides, TWIG can develop attractive, effective educational and interpretive
materials designed specifically to meet your needs and your audience.
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