Wild Steelhead Coalition

"The Big Dark" by Jack Reis is a compelling narrative that immerses readers in the Pacific Northwest's winter landscape, known for its persistent grayness and rain. Reis eloquently describes how this environment becomes a backdrop for the annual migration of steelhead, whose silvery presence contrasts with the dark surroundings. The essay delves into Jack's connection to these rivers and fish, portraying winter steelheading as a pilgrimage transcending mere fishing. Reis's vivid imagery and introspective reflections offer a profound appreciation for the natural world and the timeless rituals that bind individuals to it. This piece will resonate with seasoned anglers and those who cherish the deep ties between nature and personal experience. https://lnkd.in/gubmcx9r

For those of you who missed last week's Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) second virtual town hall meeting on the 2024-25 coastal steelhead season. WDFW staff shared agreed-to fishery plans with the public during the meeting. In late November, the Department will finalize those plans with tribal co-managers and announce the 2024-2025 season and regulations. https://lnkd.in/g3t-sdpV

Initially published in 2005, when Papyrus was still a thing, and republished in 2008, this is the third in a series of papers concerning the history of the Skagit River floods and other issues. https://lnkd.in/gJgPB_Tm

The Status Review is public. We have just begun reviewing it, but here are some key findings. ? ???? ??????????????:? ? "The Olympic Peninsula Steelhead SRT concluded that the Distinct Population Segment (DPS) was at moderate risk of extinction throughout its range. The team also reviewed potentially significant portions of the DPS, identified a Significant Portion of Range based on run timing and biogeography, and concluded that none of the significant portions was at a higher risk of extinction than the DPS and, therefore, no change in risk status was prescribed."? The Bottom Line? The Status Review Team's final conclusion was that the Olympic Peninsula Steelhead Distinct population segment is at moderate risk of extinction. https://lnkd.in/g8fRzjJw

The Fall 2024 issue of The Osprey is out, and not only does it now have color photos, but it also features an article by WSC Science Guy on native trout policy and implications for steelhead. https://lnkd.in/g29kHZ-P

If you did not have a chance to tune in to this week's WDFW Virtual Town Hall, here is a replay for your viewing pleasure. https://lnkd.in/g4WqeeSe

Check out the latest episode of The Adipose, where we had the pleasure of interviewing Lynda Mapes and discussing her latest piece in the Seattle Times. https://lnkd.in/gXUzk56P

Lynda Mapes is an award-winning writer who, during her 27-year tenure as a reporter for the Seattle Times, has written numerous stories about natural history, the environment, and Native American tribes. In addition to her newspaper career, she is the author of numerous books, including the 2022 Washington State Book Award Winner Orca: Shared Waters Shared Home.? ? Lynda has written an investigative article that recently appeared in the Seattle Times. It explores the complexity surrounding Washington's state fish, the wild steelhead. https://lnkd.in/gJg796E9

For steelheaders of this era, there is no doubt we have reached a major juncture. in the journey. One option is to surrender to the grim circumstances. We can go out in a blaze of glory, Thelma and Louise style, and fish our way to extinction and then move on to other species once wild steelhead are gone. The other fork in the road is to fight and build a robust army of steelhead champions who work as hard to restore wild steelhead as they do to catch them. Here is a ???????? to the latest episode of The Adipose on all your favorite podcast channels. Be sure to like and subscribe. https://lnkd.in/g97Y9rdC #theadipose #wildsteelheadnowornever #podcasts

The Spring / Summer 2024 issue of The Osprey is out!? ? ???? ???????? ??????????:? ? ? Lake Superior Wild Steelhead? ? Salmon on the melting edge of climate change? ? Columbia and Snake Rivers agreement? ? Salmon conservation and ai? ? Klamath dams are coming down? Check it out! ? https://lnkd.in/gZH8iudf