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Whitlock Vibert Box
 

In the early 1950’s, Dr. Richard C.E. Vibert, a French fisheries researcher, developed the original Vibert Box for stocking streams with trout and salmon eggs. In the 1970’s American fisheries advocate Dave Whitlock and the Green County Flyfishers of Oklahoma significantly changed the design of the Vibert Box. A more effective nursery area was added and the overall size of the box was enlarged. The improved box was named the Whitlock-Vibert Box (WVB).

The patented WVB is only available through the Federation of Fly Fishers. They are available for purchase to fisheries professionals, cooperating organizations and individuals as a tool to enhance fish stocks in the wild through egg planting. Whitlock-Vibert boxes are also used for research purposes, including sediment studies, and for educational purposes like classroom presentations.

Questions? Contact FFF Conservation Coordinator at (406) 222-9369

 
 
 
Prices and Distribution Policy
 

Prices

1-300 boxes $ 2.75 each

301 or more boxes $ 2.50 each

Instruction Manual $ 8.50

All orders must be prepaid! Actual shipping charges will be added to every order. Order confirmations will be sent via email only.

Distribution Policy

The patented Whitlock-Vibert Box (WVB) is an effective tool for planting fish eggs. The WVB is easy to use and resulting fry production can provide new fisheries opportunities in many types of water. However, as with most tools, the WVB can be used improperly. To ensure that all WVB uses conform to the FFF Native Fish Policy, the following Distribution Policy has been established.

All requests for purchase of WVB must adhere to these guidelines.

  • All requests to purchase WVB muse be accompanied by documented approval of the appropriate regulatory agency. The FFF does not support or condone introductions that do not have approval from the appropriate regulatory agency. If a project has not received all of the required approvals, the FFF will not provide WVB.

  • All requests to purchase WVB will be investigated by the FFF. We will conduct independent reviews to verify that the boxes will be used as stated. We may contact the appropriate agencies to provide additional approvals. This approval process may take additional time and may lengthen the period between placing an order and delivery.

  • The FFF may require copies of any reports generated as a part of WVB use. Additionally, we may request that copies of any field notes be provided to assist us with our ongoing evaluation efforts.

  • All WVB orders must be prepaid in U.S. dollars.  Please allow up to four weeks for the delivery of all orders during the spring and summer. International orders may take longer.

 
 
 
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