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Light in the River is a new project that seeks Northwest solutions to global warming that can serve as models for the nation. Light in the River’s first project is a series of reports, and a dialogue we hope they engender, that explore solutions that jointly counter global warming; preserve healthy waters, fish, farms and communities; and advance initiatives to achieve both goals. Read More
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Wild salmon are a national treasure. Celebrate wild salmon and all that they represent to our nation: healthy lands, rivers and oceans, strong wildlife populations, recreational and commercial fishing heritage, vibrant communities, jobs and nourishing food. More than 300 students from across the nation entered Save Our Wild Salmon’s first-ever Celebrate Wild Salmon youth art contest.
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Scientists Call for Lower Snake Dam Removal to Help Endangered Orcas
Fate of Southern Resident killer whales linked to recovery of Columbia-Snake River salmon
Prominent orca scientists and advocates are urging NOAA Fisheries to remove the four lower Snake River dams in order to protect endangered Northwest orca populations that rely upon Columbia-Snake River salmon as a critical food source, calling it “the single most important thing” we can do to ensure their survival.
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Only four Snake River sockeye survived the 900-mile journey up the Columbia, Snake and Salmon rivers to spawn in Redfish Lake last year. Fewer than 60 fish even made it as far as Lower Granite Dam on the Snake River in southeastern Washington, the eighth and final dam these salmon must navigate on their way to central Idaho. Their migration, which takes them from the mouth of the Pacific Ocean to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, is the longest of any sockeye in the world. In 2006, only 3 fish made it. What will this year bring?
The historic, $900 million deal this week between the U.S. government and Columbia River basin tribes could boost rates for federal hydroelectric power by up to 4 percent. The money, pledged to tribes over 10 years to support salmon habitat and hatchery improvements while leaving Columbia and Snake river dams in place, will likely push rates up 2 percent to 4 percent, said Scott Simms, a spokesman for the Bonneville Power Administration. READ MORE
LA TIMES: Noah's Ark for salmonAs global warming bears down on our Western rivers and watersheds, it threatens one of the great symbols of Western abundance: wild salmon. With each passing year, their numbers have dropped precipitously. This decline is believed to be in part the result of warming temperatures in streams and rivers. READ MORE
HIGH COUNTRY NEWS: Nevada stakes its salmon claim
A powerful and surprising new alliance has stepped into the ring to take on the lower Snake River dams. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) has joined forces with Nevada sportsmen, tribes and environmentalists to urge the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to withhold new licenses for the Hells Canyon dams unless Idaho Power makes it possible for salmon to survive its dams.
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Summit for Salmon – August 22-25, 2008
Annual Benefit Climb of Mt. Rainer
Sponsor a climber! This year 9 climbers have joined the Summit for Salmon team. Along with the physical commitment, they each have set the goal to raise $2,500 for Save Our Wild Salmon. They need your help! Your contribution will not only secure their place on the team, but it will also help to protect Columbia and Snake River salmon. Donate now! Still keep the link to the 2007 climb. Delete the text about joining the 2008 Summit for Salmon climb and replace it with the above text to donate.
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