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Off the list, hoping to never return

The survival of Apache trout is a testament to the wisdom of protecting, reconnecting and restoring river systems to recover native trout. First listed as endangered under the federal Endangered Species Preservation Act of 1966, they later were protected by the Endangered Species Act in 1973. This week, the Apache trout became the first trout…

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Want to fish Alta, Orkla, or Gaula?

The 2025 Online Wild Salmon Auction is now underway and will run until May 8th. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all donors and contributors for the fantastic items—truly worth bidding on! Your support is crucial for our work to protect wild populations of salmon and other anadromous fish. All fishing opportunities in this online…

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Hunting Sea Monsters: The Fight to Banish Open-Net Pen Salmon Farms in Iceland

On a remote finger of Iceland’s green and rocky Westfjords sits the fishing village of  Bíldudalur, home to The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum. Arnarfjörður, the inlet cradling this community of 243, is Iceland’s heartland for sea monster sightings. The museum houses dioramas showcasing sea monsters in their natural habitats, atmospherically lit to evoke the…

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10 years of hydropower data: 2024 update reveals ongoing threats and wins for Balkan rivers

Over a decade after the first systematic data collection on hydropower development in the Balkans, the latest Balkan Hydropower Update 2024 reveals a mixed reality: While significant advocacy efforts have successfully halted many destructive projects, the region’s rivers continue to face ongoing threats. Despite persistent resistance, thousands of hydropower projects are still being planned, with almost 100…

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