Making way
About Us
Our Story
Mariner Science & Exploration (MS&E) is an independently owned small business located in central Maryland that specializes in ecological restoration and riverine, estuarine, and marine scientific surveys. Owner Dave Knorr is a veteran restoration ecologist and ecological construction expert with over 31 years of experience conducting shoreline, stream and wetland restoration in the mid-Atlantic region. He is also a licensed USCG captain with over 40 years of experience on Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Dave and his team have a proven track record working with owners, regulators, and constructors to solve problems and deliver projects on time and on budget.
Our Mission
Our mission is to assess, enhance, and restore aquatic habitats to benefit native species and the communities they support.
Guiding Principles
- We believe that a positive outlook promotes positive results.
- We strive to maximize the ecological potential of every site.
- We value partnerships and collaboration.
- We approach every project as an opportunity to innovate and educate.
Services
Ecological Restoration
Ecological Restoration
Ecological Restoration
We assess, design, permit, construct, and monitor living shorelines, wetlands, vernal pools and stream valleys.
Resource Assessments
Ecological Restoration
Ecological Restoration
We delineate wetlands, assess vegetation, conduct water quality monitoring, and perform surveys for fish, SAV, oysters and other benthic organisms.
Aquatic Habitat
Ecological Restoration
Construction Management
We design and deploy a variety of riparian and offshore habitat structures, including reef habitat for fish and oysters.
Construction Management
Construction Management
Construction Management
We prepare ecological construction cost estimates, conduct constructability reviews, provide construction management, and develop solutions to prevent delays.
Marine Exploration
Construction Management
Marine Exploration
We conduct bathymetric surveys, assess substrate conditions, and identify pollutant sources including marine debris.
Captain Services
Construction Management
Marine Exploration
Our licensed Captains with towing endorsements are available for scientific and educational excursions using our vessels or yours.