Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently announced plans to release approximately 100,000 Atlantic salmon into Lake Huron and two of its tributary streams during the 2013 spring season. Stocking locations will include the St. Marys River, Au Sable River, Thunder … Continued
April 1st marked the opening day of the fishing season for landlocked salmon and lake trout on 15 New Hampshire lakes. The fishing season is expected to begin slowly due to a late winter cold snap, followed by recent snowfalls. … Continued
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is predicting high, cold water and icy banks and streambeds, particularly in northern areas of the state for the beginning of the state’s trout and salmon season. Opening day in New York … Continued
NOAA Fisheries recently announced a proposal to designate critical habitat for lower Columbia River coho salmon and Puget Sound steelhead. Both species are listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Areas proposed for designation for lower Columbia River … Continued
In September 2011, the 108-foot tall Elwha Dam was removed on the Elwha River in Washington. The project was largest dam removal in U.S. history. Just a few months later, fish have already begun to return to their restored habitat. … Continued