California Trout

?? Happy International Day of Forests! ?? Today is a great opportunity to explore the connection between healthy forests and thriving aquatic ecosystems. From the mountain peaks to the valley streams, everything is interconnected. ?? ?? As our completed June Mountain Forest Health Project shows, restoring aspen groves and whitebark pines does not just benefit the terrestrial ecosystems they're a part of! Healthy forests mean healthier meadows, cleaner water, and stronger fish populations. A good reminder that It's Not About the Fish — our science-driven conservation and restoration efforts are essential for a healthy and thriving California for all! Dive deeper into how forest health and fish health are intimately connected, accompanied by original CalTrout illustrations! https://lnkd.in/g9E47v5p Also a great opportunity to check our our new campaign It's Not About the Fish!?? ?? https://lnkd.in/gvwa6UHR

We've seen the incredible impact of our Fish Food program in the Sacramento Valley as it continues to benefit people and nature. ???? We are transforming entire landscapes, but it's not always glamorous. "Putting a cold pair of wet waders first thing in the morning — always the most pleasant, but that's what the hot cup of coffee is for" - said Jacob Montgomery, CalTrout's Central Valley Senior Project Manager. Check out the new article in KCRA 3 & My58 Television to go behind the scenes of our exciting work (fueled by lots of morning coffee ?)! https://lnkd.in/g9avGnPG

?? ?? Hey SoCal folks! Do you love a creekside walk and seeing awesome fish? Spend the morning with us and MCB Camp Pendleton for a FREE Southern steelhead spotting event at San Mateo Creek! With the lagoon berm recently breached, we might catch these incredible fish making their upstream journey. CalTrout's South Coast experts Nate Yancheff and Alix Martin will be our fearless guides?? Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature, hang out with the CalTrout team and likeminded community members, while learning more about this incredible species – all are welcome! ?? Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 ?? 9:30am – 1:30pm ?? San Mateo Creek / Trestles Wetland Preserve ?? FREE! Space is limited! RSVP required for exact location details here: https://lnkd.in/gYeedQb8

Happy #GlobalRecyclingDay! At CalTrout, we believe creating landscape-level change begins with individual action. Every piece of plastic we recycle is one less threat to our watersheds and native species that call them home. Show your love for California's waters with our eco-friendly "We Love You California" tote bag (available in black and white) and reusable water bottle! Both are perfect companions for your outdoor adventures while reducing single-use plastic waste. With one purchase, you're supporting our conservation work to create a better California AND reducing waste. Double whammy ?? ?? Check out the link to get yours: https://caltrout.org/gear ??Background image: "Sonora Autumn" by Phil Reedy

Thanks for joining the Save Santa Barbara Steelhead Town Hall last Sunday! ?? ?? Together, we discovered why steelhead are essential for a healthy California – including it's animals, fish, rivers, and people. CalTrout's South Coast Sr. Project Manager Russell Marlow, was one of eight expert panelists to discuss the historic and cultural significance of steelhead and its path to recovery. “The threat of extinction is real –[in the] next 10 to 25 years. And so we need to be doing these projects yesterday, really, to see the impact we want to have and to ensure that this species exists.” - Russell Marlow Want a recap of the event? Check out the Santa Barbara Independent article! https://lnkd.in/gZz-UwSx

Last week, we took to the skies ?? on an EcoFlight to give decision makers an aerial perspective of the Floodplain Forward Coalition's landscape-scale work in the Sacramento Valley. Our coalition of conservationists, biologists, farmers, water managers, and government agencies is proving that collaborative approaches can yield powerful results. ?? Special thanks to the legislative members and agency representatives who joined us to witness firsthand how we're working to flood hundreds of thousands of acres of Central Valley farmland over the coming years – a strategy that prioritizes water security for all Californians by enhancing river and wetland habitats for multiple species ?????? even as California’s climate continues to change. The path forward is clear – it is grounded in science, driven by collaboration, and looks even better from 5,000 feet up! ??

Happy #InternationalDayofActionforRivers! It will come as a surprise to NO one that we love rivers and believe they should be celebrated everyday. ?? ?? Free-flowing rivers LITERALLY keep our world alive – from providing homes for wildlife, drinking water for communities, and sustenance, cultural importance, and recreation opportunities to people around the world. Rivers connect us all – wildlife and humans alike. Protecting rivers means protecting each other, our communities, and all the things we love ?? ?? Click below to show your favorite river a little extra love today ?? - and let us know which one's that special river for you in the comments ?? https://bit.ly/3R66ywU ?? 1: Sardine Creek, creds: H. Swift ?? 2: Little catch on the Upper Sac

Have you downloaded your copy of the Eel River Vision Book yet? As our watershed transformation continues, we cannot and will not stop flipping through it ???? ??Through original art by renowned artist and naturalist Obi Kaufmann, this book showcases how the Eel River's story is intrinsically woven into California's history—and how its restoration impacts all of us. This book shows why healthy watersheds matter for our economy, our communities, and of course, for the endangered fish that call the Eel River home. Want to see what all the excitement is about? Download your copy and check out our blog to see how you can get involved in the watershed's transformation in-person or digitally (or both)! https://lnkd.in/gM755xkZ ?? 1-2: Obi Kaufmann artwork ?? 3: Cape Horn dam - set to be removed! #EelRiver #CaliforniaRivers #Restoration #DamsOut #FreeFlowing

Who runs the world? ???? Today on #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate all women, especially those whose contributions to science and conservation have been overlooked and the amazing women continuing to make waves. At CalTrout, we are lucky to have a team of talented women scientists, advocates, community builders, board members, and partners that don't just talk the talk—they wade the wade! ?? We celebrate them everyday but will take any opportunity to show a little extra love ?? ?? Swipe to see just a few of the CalTrout women who inspire us every day!

?? Peek into the Eel River Vision Book! ?? ?? ?? The Eel River is entering a new chapter, and this book offers a glimpse into its past, present, and promising future. Through Obi Kaufmann's stunning art and photography, we explore the rich ecosystem and people that depend on this vital waterway. Soon, we'll be removing century-old dams, reconnecting nearly 300 miles of habitat. This will make the Eel River California's longest free-flowing river, giving salmon populations a boost and supporting local communities and economies. Click on the link to learn how we're working to keep the Eel River healthy, resilient, and beautiful & download a digital copy of the Eel Vision Book! ?? https://lnkd.in/gM755xkZ #EelRiver #DamsOut #HealthyRivers #CaliforniaNature