The Statewide Strategy to Recover Salmon was released in September 1999, following an earlier draft. The goal of the Strategy: "Restore salmon, steelhead, and trout populations to healthy and harvestable levels and improve the habitats on which fish rely." The Strategy was designed as the state's long-term vision or guide for salmon recovery. We'd like to hear from you on the Statewide Strategy to Recover Salmon - Summary. Click here to send us an E-mail. |
Contents - Statewide Strategy to Recover Salmon - Summary
Washington State Joint Natural Resources Cabinet
September 21, 1999
Factors Contributing to Salmon Declines
Natural Phenomena Affecting Salmon
Human Factors Affecting Salmon
Aquatic Nuisance Species
Endangered Species Act and Its Consequences
Understanding ESA
Summary
Science is our Guide
Role of Science
Best Available Science
Science-based Conceptual Foundation for the Salmon Strategy
Scientific Review
Adaptive Management
Building Blocks for Salmon Recovery
Federal Recovery Plans and ESA Response
Statewide Strategy and Early Actions
Regional Recovery Response
Watershed Biological Assessments, Monitoring Plans, and Activities
Extinction is Not an Option
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