Going Fishing: What you should know about your favorite fishing spots.
Category: Oral Presentation
Author(s): Mitchell Pederson
Presenter(s): Mitchell Pederson
The sport of fishing has a long tradition and history in many human cultures. The state of Colorado is no exception. Colorado Parks and Wildlife lists approximately 6,000 miles of stream water and 1300 lakes and reservoirs where people can catch more than 35 different species of fish. However, with the advent of new technology, water pollution has become one of many concerns in the long-term health of natural habitats. This can be especially dangerous for people who fish for food. This study aims to analyze the significance of water contamination and its possible effects on the fish that inhabit the water systems.