Tag Archives: Oregon

Klamath Dam Removal Determination Delayed

From the Times-Standard, February 28, 2012. Secretary of the Interior, Ken Salazar, announced today that he is not making a decision on the Klamath Dam removal, by the March 31 deadline, because of a lack of action in Congress. According … Continue reading

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Rain, Wind & Marinade!

The storm that hammered the most Northern Corner of the state passed quickly, leaving us with another dry spell in it’s wake.  The Smith River settled into shape and quickly receded back to the low and ultra clear state that … Continue reading

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Action Alert: Remove Dams on the Klamath River Now!

As many of you know, the Klamath dams are tentatively scheduled for removal in 2020. None of this is certain though. I personally fear that waiting that long, gives everyone involved, time to build grounds and avoid their responsibility in … Continue reading

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Hood River Hatchery Findings by the National Academy of Sciences

As many fly fisherman and conservationists have suspected, hatchery programs have had an adverse effect on the numbers of wild anadromous fish.  They compete for forage, spawning areas, and travel in large pods, making steelhead descending their natal streams, easy … Continue reading

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