CALIFORNIA (Cont. ) 



5. Surf Fishing Investigation (FA: F-5-R). 



These studies are designed to gather data as to the rate of growth, spawning re- 

 quirements, and habitat preference of important sport fishes such as corbina, 

 yellowfin croaker, spotfin croaker, opaleye, and barred perch. Catch data for 

 the important species, fish distribution, and angling techniques will be given 

 attention. The relation of fisherman success to special areas, condition of the 

 beach, tides, and other factors will be observed. 



Southern California fromi Point Conception to the Mexican border; began July 1, 1952, 



planned for 3 years; $19, 600; Frederick B. Hagernnan, Proj. L,dr. 

 Address correspondence to: Frances N. Clark, Dept. of Fish and Game, Terminal 

 Island, San Pedro, Calif. 



6. Sacramento-San Joaquin River Salmon and Steelhead Study (FA: F-7-R). 



The salmonoid fishes form the basis for the most important sports fishery in the 

 State, however, extensive losses of these important fish are known to occur 

 during their journey to the sea. This project is to be a thorough study to pro- 

 vide information as to the extent of the losses and to develop means of relieving 

 this condition. The first year's studies have emphasized a reconnaissance of 

 possible experimental streams and diversions, the setting up of experimental 

 procedures, and initial sampling techniques, including creel census. 



Statewide; began July 1, 1952, planned for 3 years; $42,000; Harry A. Hanson, 



Proj. Ldr. 

 Address correspondence to: Alexander J. Calhoun, Dept. of Fish and Game, 



916 - J St. , Sacramento 14, Calif. 



State Water Pollution Control Board 



1. Design and Testing of a Plan for the Biological Aspects of the Periodic Stream 

 Sampling Program. 



The project is designed to review and evaluate existing techniques for biological 



sampling of polluted and unpolluted water, to devise a plan for periodic biological 

 sampling of California streams, to classify California stream sections into 

 characteristic types, and prepare outlines for additional related fundamental in- 

 vestigations needed to improve stream sampling methods. 



Berkeley, Calif. , and Sage Hen Trout Experiment Station of the Univ. of Calif. 

 near Truckee, Calif. ; began March 1, 1953, to be completed June 30, 1954; 

 $4, 000; Professors R. L,. Usinger and P. R. Needham, Proj. Ldr s .; final project 

 report will be available on request. 



Address correspondence to: Vinton W. Bacon, Executive Officer, State Water 

 Pollution Control Board, 927 Tenth Street, Sacramento 14, Calif. 



