Intended Audience: This course is intended for biologist, field personnel, and other professionals seeking an improved understanding of the principles and techniques of electrofishing.

What to Bring: All participants must bring a notebook, pen/pencil, electronic calculator, and bottle of water. Please also bring insulated rubber gloves and knee boots or hip waders and dress for prevailing weather during the field trip. You are also encouraged to bring your own boat electrofishing unit if you have access to one. You will gain knowledge of the specific optimal settings for your unit paired with hands-on experience using it in the field. There will be boat electrofishing equipment available to those who do not bring their own.

About the Instructor: Dr. James B. (Jim) Reynolds is Professor Emeritus of Fisheries at the University of Alaska Fairbanks where he served on the faculty from 1978-1999. Jim is a recognized authority on electrofishing and ecology of northern fishes. He has taught electrofishing short courses to over 1,500 biologists in the U.S. and Canada, is the author of the chapter on electrofishing in "Fisheries Techniques" published by the American Fisheries Society, and has written numerous research articles on the subject. Jim is Past President of the Education and Fisheries History sections of the American Fisheries Society in both Missouri and Alaska. He has also provided technical oversight for the NOAA Fisheries electrofishing guidelines.

Continuing Education Units: 2.0 CEU's

Registration: $800/$700*
(*reduced tuition is available to employees of Native American tribes, government agencies, and nonprofits; students; and AFS and NAEP members). You may register via the link below or by calling the Northwest Environmental Training Center at 206-762-1976. Register Online!

Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the event and 50 percent refundable (or 100% credit) thereafter up to 3 business days prior to the event. No refunds are issued for cancellations occurring less than 3 business days before the start day.