Claire Bergerson

February 23, 2025

The Eel River’s Return: California’s Third Largest Watershed Is on its Way to Flowing Free and CalTrout Has a Plan for its Restoration

February 23, 2025
After more than a century of impoundment, California's third-largest river is on the path to running free once again. The Eel River, which once supported some of the West Coast's most abundant salmon runs, is entering a new era of restoration and renewal that promises transformation from source to sea. 
February 10, 2025

Recovery of Southern Steelhead in San Mateo Creek Starts with a Plan

February 10, 2025
CalTrout spearheaded the development of the San Mateo Creek Watershed Management Plan, which was formally accepted in January 2025. This is a monumental step in the recovery of Southern steelhead in San Mateo Creek, opening new funding opportunities and creating a replicable blueprint for invasive species management in watersheds throughout the state.
January 30, 2025

Decades of Persistence by the Pit River Tribe Secures Permanent Protection for Sáttítla Highlands

January 30, 2025
For generations, the volcanic highlands of northeastern California have held profound significance for the Pit River Tribe, who know this sacred landscape as Sáttítla. In January 2025, these lands gained permanent protection when former President Biden designated them as Sáttítla Highlands National Monument – a victory that safeguards both cultural heritage and critical water resources.
January 28, 2025

Podcast: Connections and Crossings: Wildlife in the Modern World, with Beth Pratt and Ben Goldfarb

January 28, 2025
From a mountain lion navigating LA freeways to steelhead and salmon battling urban barriers, the latest Fish Water People podcast episode dives into an urgent question: how can we help wildlife move through a world designed primarily with human movement in mind? Join our conversation with Beth Pratt and Ben Goldfarb – two experts who have spent years exploring and finding solutions to this question!
January 26, 2025

Get to Know the Scientist: Farrah Tyler, CalTrout Cal Poly Humboldt Graduate Fellow

January 26, 2025
We had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Farrah Tyler, CalTrout Cal Poly Humboldt Graduate Fellow, to discuss her restoration work on the Eel River and journey to where she is today. FYI: her journey includes intense triathlon training. Dive in to learn more!
December 29, 2024

Restoring the Sierra Headwaters: From Forests to Meadows to Lahontan Cutthroat Trout

December 29, 2024
2024 was a big year for our Sierra Headwaters team, who have been working tirelessly to ensure the Sierra’s unparalleled landscape remains healthy for future generations to enjoy. This year, we have successfully completed two projects on By-Day Creek and June Mountain, and have six more active projects in the region. Find out more!
December 10, 2024

Local Fishing Businesses Call on President Biden to Designate Sáttítla National Monument

December 10, 2024
Outfitters and retailers of fishing equipment announce their support for permanently protecting the water, habitat, and sporting values of the Sáttítla region in Northern California.
November 25, 2024

California Passes the Largest Climate Resilience Bond in State History

November 25, 2024
Proposition 4 has passed with a resounding 60% of voters supporting what is now the largest climate resilience investment in our state's history. Together, we are sending a powerful statement about our collective commitment to address climate challenges head-on.
November 19, 2024

Connecting Communities with California’s Waterways

November 19, 2024
When it comes to connecting people with California's remarkable migratory fish, sometimes you need to dive right in! That's exactly what we did this month with two dynamic events that brought our Migration Matters campaign to life – from the virtual realm to the banks of a living, breathing creek. 
November 18, 2024

Beyond Barriers: Transforming Trabuco Creek Through Partnership with Acjachemen Nation

November 18, 2024
In an exciting partnership, CalTrout and the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation are collaborating to restore fish passage on Trabuco Creek. Recent eDNA sampling has confirmed the presence of endangered native fish below the Metrolink Bridge barrier, underscoring the ecological significance of this project.
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