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April 24, 2025

CalTrout Acquires Key Elk River Land Parcels, Returns Historic Site to Wiyot Tribe for Cultural Restoration

April 24, 2025
We're excited to announce that CalTrout, in partnership with the State Coastal Conservancy, acquired 175 acres of former ranch land along the Elk River, marking a significant step in the ongoing efforts to protect and restore the Elk River estuary.
April 20, 2025

Strong Salmon Run and Restoration Funding Flow into the Eel River, Amidst Third Consecutive State Commercial Fishery Closure

April 20, 2025
Amidst the third consecutive state commerical fishery closure, we're excited to report increasing numbers of returning salmon and steelhead - signaling a brighter future ahead for these fish and our waterways.
April 17, 2025

Field Note: Wonder in the Water with Trout in the Classroom

April 17, 2025
Each year, CalTrout partners with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to bring their Trout in the Classroom program to Bay Area classrooms! Hear from our Outreach & Engagement Coordinator Rachel McDermod on how the program helped her rediscover her childlike wonder.
April 16, 2025

CalTrout Remains Committed to Salmon Recovery Efforts as Commercial Salmon Fishing Season Is Shut Down Again

April 16, 2025
Officials announced a third consecutive closure of California’s commercial salmon fishery as Chinook salmon populations continue to struggle across the state. This season’s decision marks the most consecutive closures the state has ever seen, exemplifying how dire the crisis for California’s native salmon has become.
March 30, 2025

Field Note: Making Fish Food in the Rice Fields

March 30, 2025
Join Michael Wier for a muddy day in the field with the CalTrout team as they tour different research sites for our Fish Food project along the Sacramento River!
March 19, 2025

From Campus to Conservation: Meet CalTrout’s Newest Policy Team Interns

March 19, 2025
Get to know CalTrout’s spring 2025 Policy Interns – Matt Okamoto and Cole Barlow, two born-and-bred Californians who are jumping headfirst into the world of environmental policy!
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 13, 2025

Press Release: Regional Partners Sign Historic MOU on Eel River Recovery

February 13, 2025
Today, regional partners signed an MOU supporting Eel River dam removal, fisheries recovery, and continued water supply for Russian River communities.
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

Focus During Uncertain Times: CalTrout’s Statement on the New Administration and Our Commitment to California’s Watersheds and Native Fish

January 30, 2025
With a new administration in office, we are paying close attention to actions that may threaten the health of our watersheds – crucial for both fish and people – and we reaffirm to you our commitment to implement large-scale restoration projects guided by science and protected by sound policy for the benefit of all Californians.
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