JOSHUA STRANGE
PO Box 85463
Seattle, WA 98145
strange@u.washington.edu



EDUCATION

University of Washington, School of Aquatic & Fishery Sceinces
Seattle, WA
Master's Program (01 - present)

Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA
BS Degree in Fisheries, freshwater emphasis, with a minor in Water Resource Policy (93 - 99)
Magna Cum Laude

Arcata High School
Arcata, CA (89 - 93)



PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fisheries Biologist (May 01 - present)
Yurok Tribe, Weitchpec, CA
Led field crews in gathering data relating to anadromous fish species on the Klamath River from Iron Gate Dam to the estuary at Requa. Lead Biologist in charge of cunducting spring chinook thermal refugia research.

Research Associate (Oct 00 - May 01)
Californians for Alternatives to Toxics (CATs), Arcata, CA
CATs is a non-profit, grassroots organization dedicated to the elimination of the use of toxic chemicals (especially pesticides) through public education, research, and the promotion of non-toxic alternatives. My duties focus on researching the California Department of TransportationŐs (Caltrans) use of herbicides for roadside vegetation control. Includes gathering and reviewing toxicology data, pesticide use reports, studies of herbicide alternatives, monitoring plans, the results of roadside runoff characterization studies, and a study on endocrine disruption in fish. In addition to writing comment letters and conducting correspondence, I have been reviewing relevant sections of the California Environmental Quality Act, the Public Records Act, an Environmental Impact Report on CaltransŐ Vegetation Control Program, and CaltransŐ Statewide Storm Water Discharge Permit and Management Plan.

Whitewater Guide (Summers, 94 - 00)
Outdoor Adventures, Kern River, CA & Salmon River, ID
One day and multi-day wilderness river trips. Paddle and oar rafts, plus inflatable kayak instruction and supervision. In addition to on-river guiding, duties included trip leading, packing, gear maintenance, setting up camp, and cooking plus storytelling, natural history interpretation, and fishing assistance. Licensed Idaho whitewater guide. In the past also worked for Aurora River Adventures on the Trinity, Klamath, Salmon, and Eel Rivers of northern California.

Student Assistant (Sep 98 - May 99)
Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA
Assisted the Service Learning/Experiential Education Coordinator with various tasks associated with the advancement of the service learning pedagogy throughout the Humboldt State University (HSU) curriculum. Included participation in the Service Learning Advisory Committee and the creation of HSU's Service Learning website.

Website Consultant (Jan 98 - May 98)
Arcata, CA
Independent website development services; including start-up, HTML programming, image scanning, and link development.

Operations Manager (Sep 97 - May 98)
Youth Educational Services, HSU
Responsible for conducting the daily operations and office organization of Youth Educational Services; a non-profit organization with approximately fifteen volunteer community-service programs that provide college students with leadership opportunities. Duties included employee hiring and supervision, sales, fundraising, correspondence, reception, information dissemination, website development, office equipment maintenance and supply, purchasing, payroll, budgets, and record keeping in addition to assisting the Executive Director.

Mountaineering Guide (Summer, 97)
Sierra Wilderness Seminars, Mt. Shasta, CA
Assisted groups on summit climbs of Mt. Shasta.

Program Consultant (Sep 96 - May 97)
Youth Educational Services, HSU
Supervised three Youth Educational Services programs. Facilitated staff training retreats and weekly director training meetings.

Special Projects Coordinator (Jan 96 - May 96)
Youth Educational Services, HSU
Responsible for organizing and overseeing fundraising events and other projects for Youth Educational Services.

Tutor (Sep 95 - Dec 95)
Tutorial Center, HSU
Tutored HSU students in chemistry and biology.

Guest Speaker (Jun 95)
Willow Creek, CA
One hour presentations on LEAP programs for a "Youth at Risk" workshop for high school administrators, coaches, and teachers from across the country.

Program Co-Director (Jan 94 - Sep 94)
Summer Leadership Education Adventure Program (LEAP), Humboldt & Trinity Counties, CA
LEAP is a non-profit, volunteer organization that provides rock climbing, whitewater rafting, and backpacking trips for youth at risk and challenged adults who would otherwise not have the opportunity. Responsible for managing all aspects of the program with over 30 volunteers and 300 participants.



VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Salmon River Spring Chinook Work Group (02 - current)
The purpose of this work group is develop and move forward with a plan to protect and restore wild spring chinook populations in the Salmon River and throughout the Klamath Basin.

Teen LEAP (93 - 01)
Arcata, CA
Co-founded and directed a new program modeled after LEAP with Arcata High School student volunteers. Responsible for managing all aspects of the program. Currently advisor to Teen LEAP, which along with the other LEAP programs, is a Campfire Boys & Girls Club.

Californians for Alternatives to Toxics (95 - 99)
Board of Directors, Arcata, CA
Californians for Alternatives to Toxics (CATs) is a non-profit, grassroots organization dedicated to the elimination of the use of toxic chemicals (especially pesticides) through public education, research, and the promotion of non-toxic alternatives. In addition to organizational duties as a Board member, activities included attending public meetings, conducting press conferences, representing local residents before Caltrans officials, and documenting illegal herbicide spraying.

LEAP (92 - 98)
Youth Educational Services, HSU
Participated in outdoor adventure trips (whitewater rafting, rock climbing, backpacking, cross country skiing, and challenge courses) and other program functions. Managed the equipment warehouse and developed a Risk Management Plan. Led numerous Whitewater Guide Schools and Rock Climbing Seminars.

California Fish & Game Volunteer Employee Program (96 - 97)
Humboldt County, CA
Participated on a stream restoration project, which included the placement of instream structures.

Eel River Pike Minnow Snorkel Survey(Sep 93)
Scotia, CA
Group leader of snorkel team responsible of counting California pike minnows between Scotia and Rio Dell on the lower Eel River.

Jolly Giant Creek Restoration Project (Sep 92 - Jun 93)
Arcata High School, Arcata, CA
Participated in the design and implementation of a stream restoration project as part of my Advanced Biology class. Included a bioassay study of water quality.



MEMBERSHIPS, AWARDS, & CERTIFICATIONS

Friends of the River (00 - present)

American Fisheries Society (99 - present)
Humboldt Chapter

Phi Kappa Phi National Scholarly Honor Society (98 - present)

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (01 - present)
University of Washington

ARCS Award (01 - present)
University of Washington

Award for Excellence in the College of Natural Resources and Sciences (99)
Humboldt State University

Award for Excellence in Community Service Off-Campus (99)
Humboldt State University

Michael G. Scott Award for the Outstanding Senior Fisheries Student (99)
Humboldt State University

"Man of The Year" Nominee (96, 97, & 99)
Humboldt State University

National Youth Service Award (95 & 96)

Men's Ultimate Frisbee Team (95 - 98)
Humboldt State University

California State Cross Country Championship Qualifier (92)
Arcata High School

Completed LEAP Whitewater Guide School (92)

Rescue 3 International Swiftwater Rescue Technician I (current)

American Red Cross First Aid and Child & Adult CPR (current)



CONFERENCES & WORKSHOPS ATTENDED

Salmonid Restoration Federation Conference, 15th Annual (97)
Redding, CA

HTML Programming and Website Design (97)
Staff Development Workshop, HSU

"Get Real: Changing the Campus Climate" (Sep 24, 95)
Video Teleconference, HSU



PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Dr. Terry Roelofs
Fisheries Department
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-3344

Annie Bolick-Floss
YES House 91
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-4965

Bob Volpert
Outdoor Adventures
P.O. Box 1149
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
(415) 663-8300

* Additional references available upon request