Winter 2008

Features

Capturing the Truth About West Virginia's Musky
Fisheries biologists use microchip tags to gain knowledge about the natural history of the mighty muskellunge.

Coping with Winter's Cold
Discover the ways wild animals survive winter's frigid temperatures.

Shedding Light on a Conservation Officer's Job
A conservation officer shares a night of adventure in pursuit of justice.

Genetics and Fisheries Management
Studying a fish's genes can help anglers in the long run.

Departments
Field Trip: Twin Falls Resort State Park
Wildlife Diversity Notebook: Meadow Vole
Backyard Naturalist: Providing habitat for wildlife in your own backyard.
Sense of Wonder: Visual Vocabulary
Mountain State Flora: Likin' Lichens
Wild Almanac