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Klamath River Fishery Plan Calls for Wild, Self-Sustaining Salmon, Steelhead Populations in Newly Undammed River

Friday, August 30

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has released the “Klamath River Anadromous Fishery Reintroduction and Restoration Monitoring Plan,” a 60-page blueprint to guide the reintroduction and monitoring of Chinook salmon, coho salmon, steelhead and Pacific lamprey in a newly undammed Klamath River. The... Read More.

DWR Studies Ease of Returning Chinook Salmon to Historic Habitat

Wednesday, July 3

Using an Innovative Approach, DWR is studying the Feasibility of Returning Chinook Salmon to their Historic Habitat Along the Feather River. Along the North Fork of the Feather River, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) is conducting an innovative reintroduction feasibility study for Central Valley... Read More.

Smoked salmon sold at Kroger recalled across 15 states

Thursday, June 27

(NEW YORK) -- For American consumers who enjoy adding slices of smoked salmon to a bagel or other breakfast dishes, it's time to check the refrigerator, because one producer of the famed Norwegian export has recalled products from stores in 15 states.Norwegian smoked salmon... Read More.

CDFW and Tribal Partners Release Juvenile Salmon in Continued Klamath River Restoration Effort

Friday, April 19

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) recently took a significant step in its initiative to restore the Klamath River's ecosystem by releasing 500,000 juvenile salmon below the Iron Gate Dam. This release included 90,000 coho salmon, marking the first major release of... Read More.

CDFW: Massive Chinook Salmon Fry Die-Off on the Klamath River

Monday, March 4

The department says it is presumed to be due to gas bubble disease as the fry migrated through the Iron Gate Dam tunnel.Bubble disease results from environmental or physical trauma often associated with severe pressure change.It was an estimated 830,000 fall-run Chinook salmon fry... Read More.

Warning Issued to Dog Owners: Salmon Poisoning Disease Outbreak Linked to Raw Fish Consumption

Tuesday, August 15

A surge in cases of Salmon Poisoning Disease has prompted the Plumas Forest Service to warn dog owners to prevent their pets from consuming raw fish from Bucks Lake. Officials from the Mount Hough Ranger District have underscored the potential dangers of this bacteria-like parasite... Read More.

DWR Considering Returning Chinook Salmon to Feather River Watershed

Monday, June 5

Chinook salmon may be returned to the Feather River Watershed above Lake Almanor.The DWR is investigating the possibility of bringing back the spring-run Chinook to its historical habitat and is conducting a feasibility study. This study builds upon current DWR engagement in the area.... Read More.

CDFW Provides Nearly $36M for Projects to Save Salmon

Friday, April 14

Due to a dwindling population, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has closed salmon fishing for the 2023 season.California’s drought over the last three years has finally taken it’s toll. Significantly reducing salmon numbers as there is less water on land to... Read More.

CDFW Says Historic Rains Benefit Salmon Releases

Thursday, March 16

The recent winter storms have been destructive, but they are also doing some good for at least the salmon population.In response to good habitat conditions caused by the historic rain and snowfall in the state, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) will... Read More.

CDFW Awards Grants to Restore Salmon Habitats and More

Wednesday, March 8

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has awarded $22.5 million to 19 projects to restore critical salmon habitats, improve climate resiliency, create wildlife corridors, and restore wetlands.CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham said the initial round of awards demonstrates a commitment to support the... Read More.