Our January 2020 Books & Brews features Paul Bugas discussing his co-authored book, Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of Virginia.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 in Harrisonburg at Pale Fire Brewing Company beginning at 7pm. Co-Author Corbin Hilling will be joining Paul Bugas for this event.
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in Crozet at Pro Re Nata Farm Brewery beginning at 7pm. Co-Author Val Kells will be joining Paul Bugas for this event.
And as always, when you present your WMRA Member Card at either event, you'll receive a certificate for a complimentary beer.
WMRA's Books & Brews series is made possible thanks to the support of Gaines Group Architects, the official sponsor of Books & Brews. The Gaines Group has offices in Charlottesville and Harrisonburg.
Paul Bugas brings decades of field experience to our conversation about freshwater environments, the native fishes of Virginia (and invasive fish), and how we can conserve and promote their well-being.
The book includes:
• more than 175 vibrant, full-color illustrations, set side by side with descriptions of each fish
• line drawings that depict the most reliable diagnostic characteristics for field identifications
• descriptions of Virginia's freshwater habitats
• examples of incredible fish spawning and feeding behavior
• tips on observing fish in the wild and in captivity
• up-to-date fish distribution maps
• a complete glossary of terms
Paul E. Bugas is a recipient of the Elizabeth Cabell Dugdale Award for Conservation at the 2014 Conservation Forum November 12 in Norfolk. He is a fisheries biologist who has rendered outstanding service in the conservation and wise development of the natural resources of Virginia.
