Here's an update from Gary Reedy about the fish count:

Important information for Smith River Fish Count 2009 (the 10^th Annual!!):
1) Road Closures --Construction on South Fork Road will be stopping traffic for up to 4 hour periods on Friday July 24 --- with possible (but unlikely) 1 hour closures on the 25th. To reach Rock Creek Ranch on Friday the 24th, you will want to get up South Fork Road between 8 - 9 am, during the noon hour, or after 5 pm. So, come on Friday no later than 1:00, or miss the training and come after 5. If you can't come Friday night, you may have a one-hour delay on Saturday, so please plan accordingly. (I need to know of any expected Saturday arrivals asap).

2) Sunday Surveys -- Due to potential access limitations on Saturday, we are encouraging participation in a second day of fish counts on Sunday. These surveys are optional, of course, and may be more strenuous.

3) Cost -- The Smith River Alliance relies on donations from participants to cover costs associated with coordination, training, community food for the event, and Rock Creek Ranch. We are asking for $25/night (or what you are comfortable contributing) for a camping/use fee. However, this volunteer event will not be cost prohibitive, so please contact me about service trade options, if you are unable to contribute a night/use fee.

Gary will not be available to respond to emails past Sunday July 19. Come as you can. Gary's email is gary DOT reedy AT gmail DOT com

For emergencies or last-minute coordination, messages can be left for me at 707 954-0254 (Rock Creek Ranch).