Geographic Information Systems
Cartography, Spatial Analysis, GPS Surveying, and Habitat Modeling.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are a powerful analytical tool for a variety of environmental research applications. As a fully licensed operator of ESRI ArcInfo 9.3, PCI Geomatica, and Trimble Pathfinder Office 4.10 software and owner/operators of leading edge GPS equipment, CERG can perform technically advanced spatial analysis, image processing, and high accuracy GPS surveying.

With the ability to integrate multiple layers of spatial data from a variety sources, Cascade examines geographic relationships within the data for land use assessments, wildlife studies, commercial recreation operations, and environmental restoration projects. 3D Spatial modeling capabilities are used for a variety of research objectives including view-shed analysis, slope and aspect analysis, and watershed studies. Through the use of GIS and graphic design software Cascade produces colourful, informative, professional quality cartographic products.

GIS and mapping services are generally a component of the research and analysis required by many of our clients. Exclusively Cascade Environmental can provide the following GIS and image analysis services:

• Spatial Analysis using GIS (ESRI ArcGIS 9.3)


• Digital Image Classification and Analysis (PCI Geomatica)


• Biophysical Inventory and Terrestrial Ecosystem Mapping (TEM)


• Global Positioning System (GPS) surveys


• Custom Cartographic Products and Digital Image Mapping


• Digital Terrain Modelling and 3D Spatial Analysis


• Spatial Statistical Analysis


• Internet Mapping using ArcIMS and MapServer