The Aquatic Wildlife Research Group conducts scientific investigations to develop the necessary knowledge, techniques, and procedures to effectively manage Colorado's aquatic wildlife. Investigation priorities are determined by goals and objectives contained in the Division's Long Range Plan for Aquatic Wildlife Programs. This webpage will assist in the dissemination of information about on-going investigations. An added link which deals with Food Web Dynamics in Colorado's Coldwater Reservoirs may be found through
Colorado State University.
The Aquatic Wildlife Research Group is composed of :
- George Schisler, Research Leader
- Rosemary Black, Program Assistant
- Kevin Rogers, Research Scientist
- Kevin Thompson, Research Scientist
- Matt Kondratieff, Research Scientist
- Steve Brinkman, Toxicology Research Scientist
- Jesse Lepak, Research Scientist
- Ryan Fitzpatrick, Research Scientist
- Eric Fetherman, Research Scientist
- Harry Vermillion, Information Technology Specialist
- Brad Neuschwanger, Research Hatchery Manager
- Kyle Okeson, Research Hatchery Technician
- Chris Praamsama, Research Hatchery Technician
Headquarters for the group is
Fort Collins Research Center
317 W. Prospect Street
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Aquatic Wildlife Research is part of the Aquatic Wildlife Section managed by Greg Gerlich. The section, in turn, is part of the Wildlife Programs Branch administered by Jeff Ver Steeg.