Garrett Altmann
Western Restoration Program Manager
Garrett joined EPIC in 2022 as the Western Restoration Program Manager. He brings a unique combination of education, experience, and enthusiasm to restore ecosystems for both local and global good. Garrett will be part of the Restoration Economy Center, working to help underserved communities and tribes access funding from DOT’s $1B culvert restoration grant program. Before joining EPIC, Garrett worked with the Santa Clara Pueblo- a Native American Tribe in New Mexico, where he integrated nature-based solutions and Indigenous knowledge to develop nationally recognized restoration projects. Garrett received his B.A. in Geography from UC Santa Barbara and his M.Sc. in Natural Resource Management from the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Get to Know Me Further
Hello and welcome to my ‘fun’ bio. Here you will learn that what drives me is my passion for wild places and re-wilding those that have become impaired. I grew up in the coastal and intermountain west, experiencing firsthand the benefits of these places, and developing an understanding of how they’re changing. Natural systems provide habitat and biodiversity, that in turn, regulate climate, enhance our health and keep us resilient. They also offer unlimited recreation opportunities, which is what I especially enjoy- skiing, fishing, and spending time outdoors with my wife and two young sons.