April 18, 2013 — Outdoor businesses, the commercial fishing industry, fisheries experts, and conservation organizations applaud the passage of Senate Bill 838 and SB 401 by the Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee last night. The legislation aims to protect water quality and salmon in Oregon’s iconic river systems from the impacts of harmful suction dredge mining.
Bills Introduced to Curb Suction Dredge Mining to Protect Wild Salmon and Clean Water
The Oregon legislature is currently considering: 1) SB 838 which would enact a moratorium on suction dredge mining in Essential Salmon Habitat in Oregon, and 2) SB 401 which would … Continue reading Bills Introduced to Curb Suction Dredge Mining to Protect Wild Salmon and Clean Water
Western Mining Alliance and Brain Surgery by Dentists
By Bob Ferris Would you go to a dentist if you had serious head aches or needed a brain tumor removed? The obvious answer to that is: No, even though … Continue reading Western Mining Alliance and Brain Surgery by Dentists
Oregon Chapter of the American Fisheries Society on Suction Dredging
On April 9, 2013 the Oregon Chapter of the American Fisheries Society issued the following documents relating to suction dredging. Click once and then click again in the new … Continue reading Oregon Chapter of the American Fisheries Society on Suction Dredging
GE-Free Seafood Campaign Launched
As part of our effort to stop FDA approval of genetically engineered salmon, we are excited to announce we're part of a new coalition asking grocery stores to keep GE … Continue reading GE-Free Seafood Campaign Launched
California Water Boards Letter on Suction Dredge Mining
Here is a copy of the California State Water Board’s letter on suction dredging urging a continuation of the suction dredging moratorium in California. Please click twice on each page … Continue reading California Water Boards Letter on Suction Dredge Mining
Press Release: Legislation Introduced to Protect Water Quality and Wild Salmon in Oregon
February 19, 2013 — Local businesses, outdoor enthusiasts, and conservation organizations applaud the recent introduction of Senate Bill 401 by Senator Alan Bates (D-Medford/Ashland) which would protect 30 rivers as State Scenic Waterways in recognition of their outstanding scenic vistas, value to fish and wildlife, and importance as sources of drinking water.
“You Keep Those Damn [Franken]Fish Out Of My Waters”
By Gabriel Scott I’ve read some poorly crafted Environmental Assessments in my time, and seen more than a few ill-considered decisions, but this one might just take the cake. Over … Continue reading “You Keep Those Damn [Franken]Fish Out Of My Waters”
Alaska’s ignorance-based fishery management
By Gabe Scott Alaska King Salmon are facing a crisis. The last several years have seen drastic declines in returning King Salmon runs, costing commercial fishermen millions, closing popular sport … Continue reading Alaska’s ignorance-based fishery management
Halting the “Frankenfish” Experiment
Wild salmon are an economic engine that we believe is the cornerstone of sustainable development in Cascadia. These sea-going golden retrievers bring the wealth of the ocean home every year … Continue reading Halting the “Frankenfish” Experiment