We passed right by Carbondale. Next time we'll give you some advanced notice.
I'm sure your stream biologist friend will be able to tell you a couple of the locations we sampled by the species list alone. I should add that this was a CPR (catch photo and release) trip. Many of the fishes we sampled are state threatened or endangered. As far as an odd mix of fish....I certainly sought some of the odd locations and species. That's half the fun in my opinion.
I'm a seasonal Fisheries Tech with USFWS and I vollunteer with IDNR who actually shares the USFWS office. I've not seen them sample that area since I've been there.
Next time, I can show you some of my collecting spots and clue you in to good restaurants etc if you're not familiar with the area.
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