Feb 26 2024 118 mins 1
Strap on your waders and join me as my guest Xena King recount the thrills of wrestling sturgeons in class. Share our passion for fly fishing and tales from the front lines of aquatic biology, where every cast tells a story, and every catch is a dance with nature. We traverse the highs and lows of seasonal fieldwork, from the electric jolt of electrofishing to the precise science of environmental monitoring. Along the way, we reveal the intricate life cycles of our finned friends and the conservation efforts that keep their populations thriving.
Ever wondered how a biologist’s love for fly fishing shapes their career? I take you through my journey, where bull trout battles and the joy of guiding anglers intertwine with the rigorous demands of data collection and habitat assessment. Xena weighs in with fishing strategies, unveiling the art of selecting the perfect fly and the satisfaction that blooms when a student lands their first beauty. Our shared experiences in teaching and the lessons the river imparts are as diverse as the fish we pursue – from the elusive Inconnu in northern waters to the majestic sturgeon, rulers of the riverbed.
As we wrap up this angler’s odyssey, the conversation shifts to the future of fishery-related careers and the timeless bonds forged by those who share the reverence for aquatic life. With humor and heartfelt anecdotes, we discuss the quirks of fish like the sculpin and the doppelgänger dilemma of bull trout and Dolly Varden. We leave you with a sense of awe for the underwater world and an invitation to cast your line into the ongoing narrative of conservation and the quiet triumphs of fishing. So tune in, immerse yourself in our journey, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll be inspired to create fishing tales of your own.
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