The Nature Conservancy in Colorado - Fishy Habits and Fish Habitats

Fishy Habits and Fish Habitats

COURSE FULL

Date/Time:
Sunday, August 24, 2008
11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Overview:
Ever wondered how fish use rivers and where to find them? Ken Kehmeier, Fishery Biologist from the Colorado Division of Wildlife, and his research crew will introduce you to fish communities and fish habitat on the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River First you’ll learn about fish habitats and fish biology as you explore the upper reaches of the river below Halligan Reservoir. You’ll also get to see how researchers monitor fish populations. Afterwards, you’ll explore the river through Phantom Canyon Preserve as you fish using catch-and-release techniques coupled with your newfound knowledge. River guides will assist.

This trip is part of our River Adventure Days program, conducted in partnership with Trout Unlimited. Each river day will begin with a guided natural history program lead by a locally renown expert, and supported by Conservancy staff or volunteers. The second part of the day will be allocated to catch-and-release fishing, guided by trained Trout Unlimited and Conservancy river guide volunteers. About 2 weeks prior to each river adventure day, participants will receive a map, trip expectations and a list of what to bring prepared. River Adventure Days will be dependent on river conditions (flow and temperature).

Bring a sack lunch, water, hiking gear, wading staff, fishing equipment, and spare dry clothing. Long pants and long sleeves are recommended because of stinging nettle and poison ivy.

Registration:
Registration begins April 1, 2008. To sign up, e-mail phantomcanyonevents@tnc.org and include your name, e-mail address, street address, phone, number of participants, and the name of the trip that interests you. Or call the Phantom Canyon Preserve office at (970) 416-8620 extension 2#.

Limit: 12 (2 people per stretch of river)