ODFW Spots First Salmon In Oregon’s Klamath Basin In 112 Years
The first salmon seen in Oregon’s Klamath Basin since 1912 was spotted in a trib earlier this week by state biologists following the removal of four downstream dams lower down in the watershed, and was hailed as “an exciting and historic development” by ODFW and one that is “overwhelming for our tribe” by the Klamath Tribes.
Lower Snoqualmie Boat Launch May Be Acquired From State By Tulalip Tribes
A public boat launch on the lower Snoqualmie River that’s provided access to the upper Snohomish and its popular coho and pink salmon fisheries for decades may be acquired by the Tulalip Tribes in the near future, a move that will leave anglers anxious about continued use of the site.
Washington Supreme Court Rules Against Inslee, Lorna Smith
In a 5-4 decision, the Washington State Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling that a Fish and Wildlife Commission member couldn’t hold another appointive position at the same time, a victory for a national sportsmen’s organization which had sued over the matter.