The Native Fish Society is a forward-thinking organization guided by the best available science to advocate for historically abundant wild, native fish and promote the stewardship of habitats that sustain them.
All of us in the Pacific Northwest, no matter where we live, are bound together by the silver threads of salmon and steelhead runs. Northwest native fish face many challenges to their preservation and recovery, including government policies that contribute to their decline. Our purpose at NFS is to protect and restore native, wild fish and their habitats, and our work is crucial to the survival and recovery of wild salmon and steelhead.
Let science speak to what is needed to protect and restore native fish species and the habitats in which they live. That's the basis of our advocacy work. That's what we fight for, every day. Because that's what it takes to protect and restore native fish.
180° SOUTH is the story of one of the most unique and prolific environmentalists of our time -Yvon Chouinard. Rather than re-living Yvon's story through old photos and his life's work with pie charts, 180° SOUTH weaves Chouinard's tale through a modern day expedition. » Get more info & view the trailer.
The Bug Launcher Classic will take place at the Reel McCoy's place July 24th and 25th. Part BBQ, part fly casting challenge, Mike McCoy and Native Fish Society invite all who wish to cast some line on the legendary N. Umpqua River. For more information click here to visit our Facebook invite or give us a call at 503-496-0807.
The Native Fish Society is a non-profit organization founded in 1995 whose purpose is to protect and restore native, wild fish and their habitats. Our goal is the conservation, preservation and restoration of wild fish in the Pacific Northwest. We work to establish effective fish management policies based on the latest scientific research, and we encourage the public to get involved in this process.
"All of us in the Northwest, no matter where we live, are bound together by the silver threads of native salmon and steelhead runs. We share a common vision to bring these magnificent animals, our regional icon, back from the brink of extinction. The job is difficult and the obstacles are many and formidable. The salmon and the steelhead need a strong and unwavering advocate now more than at any time of their history. The Native Fish Society fills that need."
- Jim Lichatowich; Author and Native Fish Society Member
»Petition to Ban Sodium Sulfite
»"Native Fish of the Upper Deschutes--
Status and Recommended Restoration Actions"
»Lower Deschutes Temperature Q & A
»NFS comments on BLM Molalla River-Table Rock Plan Draft
» Petition for Reconsideration on Oregon BOF's decision to increase timber harvest in state forests
» Appeal on BLM's decision to move forward with Tioga Bridge on the N. Umpqua
» Statement of the NFS on S.2895
» Forage Fish Management Plan Public comment
» Salmonberry Steelhead Surveys 2010 Season
» Upper Deschutes Steward comments on BOF's decision to increase timber harvest in state forests
» NFS Comments on U.Willamette Recovery Plan
» Comments to Oregon Water Resources
» NFS Comments on the Wenatchee HGMPs
Native Fish of the Upper Deschutes--Status and Recommended Restoration Actions
This invaluable resource for citizen advocates, co-created by NFS River Steward, Tom Davis, and Fish Biologist, Clair Kunkel, reveals the many barriers to wild fish that remain on the Upper Deschutes River system.
If you enjoy the Deschutes and desire to learn how we can restore this prize of the American West to historic conditions please follow the link below.
As always, NFS greatly appreciates the efforts of all of our River Steward volunteers and is honored to share with you their contributions.
To view the report click here.
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