Wednesday, June 16, through Friday, June 18, 2004

Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Clifton Forge, Virginia

Backpacking trip to Laurel Fork in Highland County

Thursday, June 17


Josh may hve claimed, "I'd rather have open-heart surgery" than get his feet wet, but they aren't dry here!


Methodology briefing at the first samplling site.


Ready to start a 15-minute salamander hunt.


Two red-backs: One "classic" and one "lead-back".


Slimy salamander


Wehrle's salamander


The elusive Spotted salamander. ["Fabulous prize" to Erin for submitting this photo.]


Drying clothes is a lost cause with the frequent rains.


Evening campfire.


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