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FREE STAFF &
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Neal Wilkins, a native Texan and a Certified Wildlife Biologist, is Director for the Institute of Renewable Natural Resources at Texas A&M University. He is also a Professor in the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences. His focus is on the application of research and extension to solve natural resource problems through strong science, clear policy and effective outreach. His work is directed toward land conservation and resource management on private lands in Texas and elsewhere. His projects are multi-disciplinary, engaging research scientists with policy, economics and land management. In addition to his membership on FREE's board, Neal is a vice president for Texas Wildlife Association, and was recently appointed by Governor Rick Perry to serve on the Texas Farm & Ranch Conservation Council. Neal holds a degree in Forestry from Stephen F. Austin State University, a Masters of Wildlife Science from Texas A&M University, and a Ph.D. in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Florida.
Neal Lives in College Station, Texas with
his wife Sandra, daughter Ashley, son Matthew, and 2 Labrador retrievers.
He enjoys hunting, camping, and backpacking his way through the
Appalachian Trail with his son Matt.
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Professor
R. Neal Wilkins, Ph.D.