The Watershed Group is seeking interested applicants for a Seasonal Monitoring & Watershed Assistant position. This will be a paid, seasonal position between approximately June 19th and September 15, 2023. Applications are due by Sunday, May 28th. Send application materials electronically to Cindy Thieman, cindy@hoodriverwatershed.org. Find the full position description here.
Emilie Blevins, Senior Endangered Species Conservation Biologist and Freshwater Mussel Lead with the Xerces Society, presents on the biology, ecology, and presence of Oregon’s native freshwater mussel species in the Hood River and surrounding watersheds. She also shares information about regional conservation efforts to protect and restore freshwater mussel populations in the western U.S.
Lindsay Powell, Assistant District Fish Biologist for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Mid-Columbia District, presents on an on-going bull trout population monitoring project in Laurance Lake tributaries, Clear Branch and Pinnacle Creek. Lindsay reviews bull trout life history, distribution, and abundance within the Hood River Watershed and will provide an update on current work to evaluate population abundance utilizing underwater video weir technology.