A recent article in the Seattle Times put a spotlight on the decline of Washington’s state fish and the issues contributing to this. We dig in and offer up our vision for the restoration and fishery management actions required to change directions for these incredible fish.
Legendary Red Shed Fly Shop says the Lower Four should go
We spend some time at the Red Shed Fly Shop this fall and listened to some of Poppy Cummings’ steelhead wisdom, and why we need to breach the four Lower Snake River Dams.
Science Friday: Lessons for recovery from Intensively Monitored Watersheds
In this week’s Science Friday we take a close look at the lessons provided by a recent report on the PNW’s network of Intensely Monitored Watersheds.
The Value of Monitoring Fish Populations in the John Day Basin
TU’s Oregon Policy Advisor spends a day with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife on the John Day River
Legislative Summary: Oregon’s 2024 Legislative Session
The Oregon Legislature wrapped up its 2024 legislative session in March. Trout Unlimited (TU) and Wild Steelheaders United are pleased to report that the Legislature passed some important policy and budget measures for fish and rivers this year. Fortunately, some counter-productive proposals didn’t advance.
Lessons from Declines in Chinook Productivity
In this month’s Science Friday, we look at the loss of fecundity in Washington Chinook populations.
Trout Unlimited Priority Waters: Steelhead Country
Steelhead, trout, and salmon are at a pivotal moment. The threats they face are enormous. This is why we are throwing our energies into the protection and recovery of rivers across steelhead country and building strongholds for the long term.
Legislative Update: Oregon’s 2024 Legislative Session
On February 5th, the Oregon legislature commenced a “short session” that will continue into March. Wild Steelheaders United is engaging on a number of bills that would affect wild steelhead. Here’s our take on the state of play:
The Way Forward for the Eel River
This month, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) released the initial draft of its plan to remove two old, fish-killing dams on the Eel River.
Time to Stop the Bullying of Salmon
Chris Wood, TU President and CEO, explains what’s at stake on the Snake River.