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scopes-of-work were not described in terms of statistically sound experimental designs. This recommended expansion of the methods or approach section will enable peer reviewers to evaluate information presented relative to their scientific discipline or expertise. (6) References. A literature cited or references section should contain the literature relevant to the proposed study. Proposed studies should contain a summary of pertinent published and "grey" literature to ensure that the proposed study will be conducted using the most reliable methods available and also to prevent redundancy among different studies. B. Annual Reports. Annual reports did not provide sufficient detail to evaluate whether or not the objectives of the studies were accomplished. It is recommended that a systems approach be applied in the preparation of annual reports. including: (1) Evaluation of the data collected during the past year. (2) Comparison of new data with data that were previously collected. (3) Summary of accomplishments during the past year. including an evaluation of whether objectives were accomplished. (4) Refinements in experimental design. if necessary. for ongoing projects. By applying an adaptive management approach (Walters 1986) in the preparation of annual reports. refinements can be made to the experimental designs that will allow the most effective use of available resources (i.e.. people. funds. and equipment). Summarization and integration of current results with results from previous studies can be used for making effective decisions and necessary refinements to ensure that the expected results are achieved. 2. Summary of Available Information. A great deal of information from the various studies that have been completed by the Program participants is available on the Upper Colorado River Basin and the endangered fishes. Summarizing the available information is prerequisite in making effective decisions regarding the Upper Colorado River ecosystem. Further analyses and synthesis of available information will aid in identifying gaps in information that may be required for recovery of the endangered Colorado River fishes. This should be completed routinely as the results of completed studies are summarized and integrated. It is recommended that more emphasis be placed on summarizing available information rather than continuing many studies that appear to be redundant in collecting more information on the biology of the endangered fishes. 9