Where the Skagit River forks to create Fir Island, Skagit Fisheries implemented a restoration project to reconnect the outlet of Britt Slough and a large wetland complex to the South Fork of the Skagit River.
Salmon are born in freshwater and migrate to sea, where they feed and grow before returning to their mother stream to breed and die. Along the way, they feed everything from endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales to bugs, bears, and the forest itself. Salmon are the cornerstone of our ecosystem, but many runs are in grave danger, particularly the wild Chinook. In this episode of Salish Sea Wild, Dr. Joe Gaydos takes a swim up the Skagit River to get a close-up look at these amazing fish.
Michael Kirshenbaum, the Conservation Director of Skagit Land Trust, tells us about his work with SLT, the Cumberland Creek Land Trust property, why he loves salmon, and the importance of protecting lands for habitat preservation and recreation.
Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group
P.O. Box 2497
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
EIN: 94-3165939