Dennis Dauble has studied fishes of the Columbia and Snake Rivers as a researcher for more than 30 years. He currently teaches a course in fish ecology at Washington State University's Richland campus and writes on natural history of fishes for regional publications. He is also author of a field guide, Fishes of the Columbia Basin, published in 2009. In addition to scientific symposia, Dennis regularly presents at conservation and civic clubs, including the Audubon Society, Kiwanis, and Columbia Basin Flycasters.
History of Fish and Fishing in the Columbia River Basin
This presentation describes how fish and fishing are intertwined with the lifestyle and culture of Pacific Northwest residents. It provides background on historical fishing practices of American Indian tribes, shows the influence of white settlement on fish populations and discusses how modern-day water-use practices lead to conflicts between resource management policy and public values. The presentation is made up of primarily PowerPoint slides interspersed with selected readings from historical literature such as the journals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition and the Railroad Surveys.
