Nile Merton: Founder Nile Merton is a 2015 graduate of Northland College with a degree in biology and ecological restoration. Nile's background is in watershed monitoring, forestry practices, fisheries science, wildlife monitoring, and ecology. His goal of starting Bay Area Environmental Consulting LLC in this region is to bring passion and knowledge through schooling to aid in proper stewardship of the area’s natural resources. Nile's vision is the company working closely with private landowners and local agencies to work toward the common goal of preservation and sustainable use of our natural resources.