Thomas, Stan L., 2006 - 2010

Sub-Series — Box: 3, Folder: 6

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Scope and Contents

Stan Thomas was interviewed by Diana Dwyer on June 27, 2006 in Portland, Oregon.

Subseries contains correspondence, research and interview notes, interview transcripts, biography, release form, interview questions, photographs, and audio files of the interview.

Dates

2006 - 2010

Creator

Dwyer, Diana L. (Person)

Biographical / Historical

Stan L. Thomas was born in Eugene, Orgegon on November 1, 1941. His Grandpa Whitaker introduced him to trapping at the age of 10. After working a variety of jobs including logging and as a hunting guide, Thomas began working for Wildlife Services in 1978. He spent his entire federal career at Oregon field stations, earned his 486 in Wildlife Biology from Oregon State University in 1991, and retired in 2004. A family man and avid outdoorsman, Thomas... included his wife Janice and three children in his work. Thomas is married to his second wife Karen and lives in Portland, Oregon.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.1 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

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Additional Description

Abstract

Stan Thomas reminisces about his work for Wildlife Services, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). He reminisces about his experiences as a government trapper in predator control and research (primarily coyotes) and the different methods he used including traps, dogs, and aerial shooting. Thomas talks about his experiences with animals and various Wildlife Services employees.