About Us
Founded in 2009, Chesapeake Scientific provides consultation and conducts marine and environmental research for various entities and institutions, both public and private. From tracking endangered species, to intertidal habitat restoration to open ocean research, the team at Chesapeake Scientific works with proven dedication, efficiency and focus.
With a mission to sustain and protect the Chesapeake Bay, this small, independent business is the culminating vision of owner and operator, Christian Hager, PhD.
With a mission to sustain and protect the Chesapeake Bay, this small, independent business is the culminating vision of owner and operator, Christian Hager, PhD.
Christian Harding Hager, PhD
PhD Marine Science, Biology, Virginia Institute of Marine Science, 2004
MS Marine Science, Fisheries, Virginia Institute of Marine Science, 2000
BA Washington and Lee University, 1988
Licenses, Permits and Certifications
LICENSES
Commercial Fishing License, Virginia
Private Oyster Aquaculture License
PERMITS
NOAA Sturgeon Collection Permit
VMRC Sturgeon Collection and Possession Permit
VGIF Sturgeon Collection and Possession Permit
Scientific Collection Permit, 28.2-205 Code of Virginia
Commercial Hook & Line
Commercial Fish Cast/ Throw Net
Oyster Aquaculture Harvester Permit
Class A Gill Net Permit
Gill Nets 1200 or Less, Permit
Gill Nets 600 or Less, Permit
Crab Shed Tank 20 or Less, Permit
Crab Hand Scrape Double, Permit
CERTIFICATIONS
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S)
Cold Water Survival Training, Certificate of Training, Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Observer Vessel Safety Training, Certificate of Training, Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Virginia Institute of Marine Science Certified Boat Operator
Department of the Interior Motorboat Operator Certification Course, National Association of State Boating Law Administrators
PADI Certified
Commercial Fishing License, Virginia
Private Oyster Aquaculture License
PERMITS
NOAA Sturgeon Collection Permit
VMRC Sturgeon Collection and Possession Permit
VGIF Sturgeon Collection and Possession Permit
Scientific Collection Permit, 28.2-205 Code of Virginia
Commercial Hook & Line
Commercial Fish Cast/ Throw Net
Oyster Aquaculture Harvester Permit
Class A Gill Net Permit
Gill Nets 1200 or Less, Permit
Gill Nets 600 or Less, Permit
Crab Shed Tank 20 or Less, Permit
Crab Hand Scrape Double, Permit
CERTIFICATIONS
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S)
Cold Water Survival Training, Certificate of Training, Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Observer Vessel Safety Training, Certificate of Training, Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Virginia Institute of Marine Science Certified Boat Operator
Department of the Interior Motorboat Operator Certification Course, National Association of State Boating Law Administrators
PADI Certified
