About the Author With degrees in anthropology and wildlife biology, Richard has lived a diverse life working in the fields of archaeology, conservation biology, and for guided fishing outfits in Alaska. His core career was working for the US Fish and Wildlife Service for 28 years. He cherishes fishing for steelhead and salmon, casting for trout in clear waters, and savoring the Idaho landscape. He lives with his wife, Marcia, and Cali, the smartest border collie on the block, in Boise, Idaho.