Meet Mark Richardson and Joshua Goff, Fisheries Research Technicians with the Large Reservoirs Research Team
Mark Richardson earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Fish and Wildlife Biology (Specialized Fisheries) from Kansas State University in May of 1980. Having worked multiple seasonal jobs with the Iowa Conservation Commission from 1977, Mark joined the Chariton Research Team in April of 1982. Recognized by the Fisheries Bureau in 1996 for his work with Reservoir watersheds, Mark has contributed to fisheries research in Iowa including Crappie, Catfish, Largemouth Bass, and Walleye studies. Over his 41 year tenure at Chariton, Mark has enjoyed working with many aspiring young professionals who now work for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and other Resource Agencies. Mark is currently involved in Walleye stocking studies and Des Moines River user impacts on river fish health.
Joshua Goff is a natural resource technician working for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. He received a Bachelor’s degree in Fish and Wildlife Management from Montana State University in 2017, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Biology from the University of Nebraska Kearney. Through his current position with the Iowa DNR, Josh assists in research that is performed on the large impoundments located throughout Iowa.
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Electrofishing for Walleye in Iowa Lakes is an ongoing research project aimed at determining the best fish stocking practices and species health for specific waters. This research currently involves looking at Walleye genetics and fish health in the Des Moines River, and tracking Walleye in the Des Moines River and other bodies of water. Determining the genetic strain of Walleye that best fits bodies of water in Iowa creates a better water ecosystem and the most ideal fishing opportunities for the public.
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