The Technical Stuff

A majority of this week was spent at the CRITFC office listening in on issues abroad the Columbia River Treaty. This experience was not only a learning experience, but a networking opportunity as well. The data I'm collecting will need to be reviewed by experts. At this workshop, I met a few connections, all of whom will look over my data to clarify the criticial effectiveness on salmon habitat. I also received an invitation to take a trip up to the Bonneville Dam. During my visit, I was able to see the layout of the dam, observe the operation, and witness the upstream migration of the Pacific Lamprey. The dam visit was an eye opener to my research. Witnessing firsthand the environment you're trying to make an impact on is always critical and crucial. The entire week was a great experience and very helpful to the continuance of my research.