Conservation, Preservation, Restoration

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.

A Common vision

"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

 

NFS Mini-Drifter for sale

Offered by NFS, proceeds from this sale go to fund advocacy for wild salmon, trout and steelhead. Designed by legendary wooden boat builder Don Hill, the Drifter accommodates two anglers. The Drifter is the perfect boat for mild rivers and still waters. This is the style of boat used by pioneer salmon fly anglers on the Smith, Eel, and other northern California and southern Oregon rivers. The Drifter can be handled by two people and fits in the back of pickup.

To find out more and respond via email click here to visit the Craig's List Ad or telephone Mark Schmidt at (503) 759-3374.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Upper Deschutes River Report

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.