Avery Maverick is a Coastal Geologist with Coastal Geologic Services (CGS) in Bellingham, WA. Avery is a licensed geologist in the state of Washington. She holds a Master’s degree in coastal geology from Western Washington University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from University of Oregon. She is also a licensed UAV (drone) pilot and an approved biologist in Washington State.

Avery’s research focuses on coastal processes and implications for shoreline change using remote sensing, structure-from-motion, and modeling. Avery applies these skills to coastal restoration and applied coastal management at CGS. She performs geospatial analysis, modeling, works on assessing vulnerability to sea level rise, and contributes to developing adaptation strategies for specific sites. She is passionate about coastal processes and protecting shorelines here in the Salish Sea.