John, my spring has been fairly decent.......not a lot of herping, but I found some new stuff in new areas (heard my first chrysoscelis tonight.....I was wondering if they were present among the many versicolor). Right now, I'm in the extended process of preparing for the eastern hemisphere (less so with my formal studies). My wife has given me a "have fun" blessing, so as is, I'm going to have plenty of time to avoid socializing, and A LOT of time to herp. After I knock out some quadrivirgata variation photos, I envision many morning, streamside hikes in appropriate conspic habitat......at worst, with that much time, I should learn a thing or two....well, at least I hope so.

My mighty stallion for most of the ventures will be an old Honda scooter, so that should give any and all passing motorists a great laugh......I'm wondering exactly how fast it will go, with a 265# load.......I may have to push it up the steeper grades

I also need to find a living example of this species:

Seems odd that my current tally is three conspics and only one climac? So much to be learned!

I'll give ya a ring when I get back.....we should have plenty to talk about then.

Take care,

Shane
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