Atlantic Salmon Federation
15 Rankine Mill Road E5B 3A9 Saint Andrews, NB, Canada

Atlantic salmon depend on dedicated conservationists. If some populations are listed under the Species at Risk Act (SARA) this year, it could sever the crucial relationship between salmon and the people who care for them. Follow the link to learn why salmon need people, and what you can do to help. https://www.peopleforsalmon.com

"Un rassemblement virtuel pour le pecheur en etat de manque" "A virtual gathering for the angler in need" Get your tickets now for this bilingual Fish Tales event, hosted by ASF/FSA.... https://www.asf.ca/how-to-help/events

Reminder: Webinar Tomorrow! Don't forget to sign up for this awesome webinar, with ASF's Maranda Nemeth, on restoring migratory fish passage. Hosted by Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum

1700 Atlantic salmon returned to Maine rivers in 2020. It’s a fraction of the historic runs, but an exciting uptick for populations that were close to the brink. To see more of them, and learn about the conservation efforts that are bringing them back, check out our new Maine Headwaters Project video. https://www.asf.ca/our-work/restoration

DFO has extended the deadline for public submissions on the proposal to list some populations of Atlantic salmon under the Species at Risk Act (SARA). SARA has proven to be an ineffective conservation tool, and could even hamper important conservation efforts for Atlantic salmon. Please tell DFO that salmon need people, and that SARA isn’t a good fit. https://www.peopleforsalmon.com/write-dfo

When dams come down, fish come back! For over twenty years, ASF has been involved in river restoration projects on various watersheds in Maine. The results have been nothing less than inspiringrejuvenated ecosystems and rebounding migratory fish populations. To learn more about ASF’s habitat restoration work, check out https://www.asf.ca/our-work/restoration

From the river bank or up above, the problem of runoff in the Restigouche is apparent. Now local groups, Gespe'gewaq Mi'gmaq Resource Council and the Restigouche River Watershed Management Council, are taking action with huge silt traps. Crazy pictures. https://www.asf.ca//potato-farms-and-sediment-solutions-on

Today on Maine Calling, a conversation and call in about fish passage in the state, where deadbeat dams are coming down and migratory fish populations are growing. Listen live here: https://www.mainepublic.org/programs/maine-calling

ASF is hiring a Communications Manager. Learn more and apply by December 15th https://www.asf.ca//in-the-field/we-are-hiring-a-communica

"The thing about federal rules is that there aren’t supposed to be second-class citizens or poor cousins." - Fisheries and Oceans Canada is pushing ahead with reforms to make salmon aquaculture less damaging to wild fish and the environment in B.C., but not Atlantic Canada, an irony and unfairness well summed up here. https://www.thetelegram.com//russell-wangersky-ocean-gees/

A little more than 12-months from discovery to eradication - ASF's Kris Hunter reports on Nova Scotia's rapid response to the illegal dumping of smallmouth bass in the St. Mary's River. https://www.asf.ca//in-th/ns-hits-invasive-smallmouth-bass

ASF Rivernotes for 2 Oct. 2020 is published, with reports on the rivers, salmon, the latest conservation work, and special updates on Scotland and Iceland. https://www.asf.ca/news-and-mag//asf-rivernotes-2-oct-2020

ASF RiverNotes 30 Oct. 2020 Great photos as Atlantic salmon head for headwaters in order to spawn, and snow drifts onto salmon rivers here and there. Check out Quebec river lotteries this weekend. https://www.asf.ca/news-and-ma//asf-rivernotes-30-oct-2020

ASF Rivernotes is out for 25 Sept. 2020, with reports of Hurricane Teddy's impact, and much more. https://www.asf.ca//river/asf-rivernotes-25-september-2020

ASF Rivernotes for 18 Sept. 2020 is up. News of ASF activities on the Miramichi this year and in Bay of Fundy rivers, aquaculture escapees being found. Plus very large salmon released in both NL and QC.

ASF Rivernotes for Sept. 11 is up. Check it out.

People in New Brunswick want more protected land according to a survey released today from ASF, the Conservation Council of New Brunswick and CPAWS. With a provincial election less than a week away, we asked 500 people about forestry and conservation. Doing more to protect our woods and waterways gets broad support from people of all political stripe. https://www.asf.ca//new-brunswickers-want-more-protected-l

The Sept. 3 ASF Rivernotes is up. Check out the latest reports from across the North American range of this magnificent species. Cooler temperatures are allowing both fish and people to breathe a little easier.

'Salmon - Giant Leap For A Future' available online The Explorers Club of New York hosted a live discussion on the future of wild salmon with leading conservationists and scientists, like ASF's Bill Taylor and Jonathan Carr, earlier this week. More than 110.000 people have viewed the video so far. Check it out!

On Monday, Aug. 24th, the The Explorers Club presents 'Salmon - A Great Leap for the Future,' a public livestream event featuring leaders and thinkers, like ASF President Bill Taylor, on the future of wild salmon. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. Eastern. See the roster and learn more here: https://www.explorers.org///salmon-great-leap-for-a-future

ASF Rivernotes EUROPEAN ROUNDUP is published. This is an in-season review of data and anecdotes of Atlantic salmon in Europe in a dozen countries from Iceland to Russia, and Norway to the Spain/Portugal border. Overall, a better year than 2019.

ASF Rivernotes for 7 Aug. 2020 is out. Details from across the North American range of the wild Atlantic salmon.

30 July 2020 edition of ASF RIVERNOTES is now up. Check it out.

ASF RiverNotes for 23 July is up. Check out the photos, reports and remarks on "hot water".

We’re hosting a public engagement session for The Campbell Creek Restoration Project on the 23rd July at 7:00 pm. The project is a 4-year partnership between NG...Os, Wolastoqey (Maliseet) communities/ organizations, and the City of Fredericton. A major component of the restoration is the removal of the derelict, 100-year old Campbell Creek Dam. The dam does not meet the Canadian Dam Association Guidelines in terms of public safety, spillway capacity, or stability. The project is funded by the Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Atlantic Salmon Conservation Foundation. Register in advance for this webinar: http://ow.ly/tK0F50AzbKG #BuildBackBetter #WaterQuality #MyNashwaak #eauNBwater

A statement from the Working Group on Smallmouth Bass Eradication in the Miramichi on N.B.'s decision to require an environmental assessment determination review for our project: https://www.asf.ca//statement-on-environmental-assessment-

A century old deadbeat dam in N.B.'s Nashwaak River watershed is scheduled to come down next year. The Campbell Creek dam is unsafe and totally blocks fish passage. ASF is partnering with the Maliseet Nation Conservation Council, Nashwaak Watershed Association Inc., St. Mary's First Nation and WNNB on the project. Announcement here from City of Fredericton Government: https://www.scribd.com//Campbell-Creek-News-Release-July-1

ASF RiverNotes for 10 July 2020 is up. Great reports from across the North American range of Atlantic salmon.

The window to eradicate smallmouth bass from the Miramichi watershed this year is getting smaller. The collection of NGOs and First Nations organizations behind this project have tried our damnedest to get this done in 2020. From Friday's The Daily Gleaner, here's why: https://www.asf.ca//opinion-eradicating-invasive-fish-in-m

2020 State of Wild Atlantic Salmon Report - learn how rivers are faring in your region of North America. Full report here: https://www.asf.ca//fi/asf-2020-state-of-population-v2.pdf https://www.asf.ca//wild-atlantic-salmon-returns-in-north- Full report:

A big thank you to the Fishmadman for their kind support to the Atlantic Salmon Federation! With every purchase, more than $30, they will donate $5 to help ASF and salmon conservation. They are offering a discount and will be hosting this fundraiser all through July. Use Promotion code SALAR in the shop and get your discount! https://www.rifflinghitch.com/

ASF RiverNotes for 19 June 2020 is now up. Check out the reports, mostly positive, of early returns. Plus some great photos this week.

Due to a 10 year record dry spell, we are temporarily closing crown land for recreational activity and advising folks to avoid the woods completely. I'm sorry about this, but our woods are at major risk of fire right now.

New Brunswick’s Crown Reserve Waters are now CLOSED, as are all crown lands as of this morning, Friday, June 19, 2020. Those on Crown Reserve Waters must leave and they are cancelled for those with upcoming reservations. According to the government, refunds will be given. Parties on the water will receive a visit from rangers and informed. People starting today through Monday have been or will be contacted. The decision was made based on the ultra-dry conditions, with forest fire destruction already well above average.