Chi Council for the Clear Lake Hitch

Volunteers



Equipment List and Survey Protocol

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Equipment Protocol
  • Binoculars
  • Polaroid glasses
  • Data forms or notebook (water-resistant)
  • Clipboard
  • Pen/pencils
  • Camera
  • Counter
  • Thermometer
  • Watch
  • Boots
  • Brimmed hat
  • High visibility clothing
  • Water
  • Walk to center of bridge; avoid disturbing fish until reaching survey position
  • Count fish; average the numbers if more than one surveyor
  • Walk to the opposite side of the bridge and repeat counting/averaging, recording the data separately
  • Record: date, time of arrival and departure, air temperature, water temperature, fish numbers, and any observations (eg predators)