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Great news coming from the White House Conservatio

Great news coming from the White House Conservation Summit: President Biden has pledged to work with tribal and political leaders to recover wild salmon and steelhead populations in the Columbia River.

This is a huge step in the right direction, but now we need your help to let the federal government know removal of the lower four Snake River dams is critical to achieving this goal.

Join us on March 31 st from 10am-1pm PT for the Biden Administration’s virtual listening session on Snake River dams. Sign up at the link in our bio!

#snakeriverdams #snakeriver #removethelower4 #damremoval #habitatrestoration #reconnect #freeflowingrivers #weneedyou #togetherwecan #habitatforall #ecosystemrestoration #steelhead #salmon #snakeriverfishing #flyfishing

Have you heard about habitat fragmentation? This i

Have you heard about habitat fragmentation? This is when parts of a larger habitat are destroyed, resulting in smaller areas that are unconnected. As contiguous habitats are disrupted, populations of plants and animals become isolated and have a harder time moving between different parts of their previous range, limiting access to resources, social interactions, and sometimes, the ability to thrive. While habitat fragmentation can happen as a result of wildfires, landslides, and other natural events, it is currently most commonly driven by human activity, such as the building of roads, which divides habitats and populations. For large species, there is danger in crossing these areas, and for some smaller species, such as bumblebees, the journey is impossible.

In a new article from the Seattle Times, found here: https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/fund-the-protection-of-wildlife-and-habitat-for-all-washingtonians/ Kelly Susewind and Barbara Baker write on the importance of combating habitat fragmentation through the restoration of natural habitat, conservation of existing wilderness, and implementing wildlife crossings. By doing this, we can slow the loss of biodiversity in Washington and help endangered and threatened species recover while maintaining the natural beauty our state is known and loved for. However, without appropriate funding and support, this goal will be almost impossible to meet.

Increasing partnerships among established organizations and inviting public participation to expand conservation education is key to increasing environmental stewardship, from our backyard to our vast and beautiful parks, conservation areas, and refuges. By working together with our legislators, the WDFW hopes to secure funding to expand their efforts significantly in Washington state.

If you would like to help support this cause, please contact your local legislator and ask them to advocate for the expansion of funds for mitigating the impacts of habitat fragmentation and restoring wilderness across Washington State!

#biodiversity #biodiversitymatters #washington #conservation #generationrestoration #togetherwecan @calambokidis

Hey everyone! If you or a woman you know would lik

Hey everyone! If you or a woman you know would like to meet fellow fly fishers, or if you want to get involved with this awesome outdoor sport for the first time, consider joining the Puget Sound Women on the Fly for their first official meet and greet!

We hope to see you there!

Flyer Credit: @pswotf
#womeninwaders #flyfishingladies #flyfishing #flytying #meetandgreet #fishing #fisherwoman #fisherwomen #womensupportingwomen #womenwhoflyfish #womeninspiringwomen #womeninfishing

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Did you know these facts about the four Lower Snak

Did you know these facts about the four Lower Snake River Dams? While these huge structures on the largest tributary along the Columbia River have a fascinating history, their impact on the migration of salmon and trout is undeniably huge! Take action now and help us move forward in their removal by visiting tu.org/lowersnake

Thank you for your support!

#conservation #salmon #trout #steelhead #snakeriver #removethelowerfour #damremoval #habitatrestoration #freeflowingrivers #generationrestoration #fish #flyfishing @troutunlimited #biodiversity #biodiversityconservation #wildfish

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Hey Instagram Followers! Have you had a chance to

Hey Instagram Followers! Have you had a chance to check out the Washington Council of Trout Unlimited's latest film? If not, head on over to our website (the link can be found in our bio) and give it a watch! We would love to hear what you think, and if you would like to get involved with citizen science like Bill McMillan, consider joining your local chapter of TU today!

Thanks to @northsoundtu , @wildsteelhead, @waistdeepmedia, @theconfluenceflyshop, and everyone else involved in putting together this stunning feature! Together, we can make a better and brighter future, not only for our own kind, but those that we share these beautiful ecosystems with!

#citizenscience #environmentalstewardship #generationrestoration #togetherwecan #habitatrestoration #freeflowingrivers #restoring #washingtonwater #skagitriver #steelhead #trout #salmon #spawning #saveoursalmon #saveourtrout #naturalresources #riverlife #weneedyou #diversity #inclusion #takingcareofbusiness #everyonebelongs #belonging #habitatforeveryone #ecosystem

Today is a big day! Please check out our latest fi

Today is a big day! Please check out our latest film release, which details the life and dedicated service of Bill McMillan to trout and salmon in Washington. His monumental efforts and deep love for these creatures and the places they live is inspiring!

Check out the full film on the Washington Council of Trout Unlimited's website, which you can find in our bio under our LinkTr.ee! We hope that you enjoy, and will join us in keeping our wild native fish thriving!

We also want to give a huge thank you to @northsoundtu, @wildsteelhead, @waistdeepmedia, @theconfluenceflyshop, and everyone else who helped make this beautiful piece of cinematography possible!

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Together, we can make a difference! Our Legislativ

Together, we can make a difference! Our Legislative Day on Tuesday, February 7th was one full of connection and communication with our legislators in Olympia. By working alongside them and letting them know why policy issues impacting Washington's fish and watersheds are so important to us! Through the protection and restoration of our riparian ecosystems is vital for protecting cold water fish and the other animals that rely on clean, free-flowing freshwater!

To avoid impacting people who rely on the Lower Snake River Dam, we discussed the need for funding to explore alternative energy infrastructure and transportation for the current barging operation in place today.

With the removal of the dams, we can give native, @wildsteelhead and salmon species a chance to recover. As resilient as these fish are, urgent action is needed to help them reach healthy, sustainable numbers to continue returning year after year.

We are so grateful for everyone that came out on this rainy day! Thank you for being our voice on these important issues!

We want to thank @calambokidis our WA Conservation Manager, for planning this amazing event!

Photo Credit: @gsftz @troutunlimited

#saveourtrout #saveoursalmon #saveoursteelhead #legislativeday #community #government #conservation #snakeriverdams #freeflowingrivers #breachthedams #rainyweather #peopleandpoliticians #troutunlimited

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