Extinction Is Not An Option
Statewide Strategy to Recover Salmon
Washington State Joint Natural Resources Cabinet
September 21, 1999
Summary and Long Version
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Contents - Statewide Strategy - Summary
- A Sense of Urgency
Overview
An Indicator of Quality of Life
A Symbol in Decline
Stress Factors
ESA Listings of Salmon: A Difficult Issue for All
- Background: Setting the Context
Introduction to Basic Needs of Salmon
Salmon Species in Washingon
Salmon Habitat
Salmon: A Resource in DeclineFactors Contributing to Salmon Declines
Natural Phenomena Affecting Salmon
Human Factors Affecting Salmon
Aquatic Nuisance Species
Endangered Species Act and Its Consequences
Understanding ESA
Summary
- A Road Map to Recovery
Current Conditions
Regulatory Framework
Cooperative Efforts by Fisheries Co-Managers
Regional ResponseScience is our Guide
Role of Science
Best Available Science
Science-based Conceptual Foundation for the Salmon Strategy
Scientific Review
Adaptive MManagementp>Building Blocks for Salmon Recovery
Federal Recovery Plans and ESA Response
Statewide Strategy and Early Actions
Regional Recovery RResponsebr>Watershed Biological Assessments, Monitoring Plans, and Activities
Extinction is Not an Option
- Core Elements
HABITATHabitat is the Key
Agricultural Strategy to Improve Fish Habitat
Forests and Fish
Linking Land Use Decisions and Salmon Recovery
MManagingUrban Stormwater to Protect Streams
Ensuring Adequate Water in Streams for Fish
Clean Water for Fish: Integrating Key Tools
Fish Passage Barriers: Providing Access to Habitat
HARVESTHarvest Management to Meet the Needs of Wild Fish
HATCHERIESHatchery Management to Meet the Needs of Wild Fish
HYDROPOWERHydropower and Fish: Pursuing Opportunities
- Toolbox for Recovery
Educating the Public About the Needs of Salmon
Enforcement of Existing Laws Related to Salmon
Permit Streamlining
- Adaptive Management and Monitoring
- Appendices
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Contents - Statewide Strategy - Long Version
"Restore salmon, steelhead, and trout populations to healthy and harvestable levels and improve habitats on which fish rely."
The Joint Natural Resources
Cabinet
Acronyms
Key Near-Term Milestones for Washington State Salmon Recovery Strategy
- A Sense of Urgency
- Background: Setting the Context
A. Introduction to Basic Needs of Salmon
B. Factors Contributing to Salmon Declines
C. Endangered Species Act and Its Consequences
D. Summary
- A Road Map to Recovery
A. Current Conditions
B. Science as a Guide
C. Building Blocks for Salmon Recovery
D. Extinction is Not an Option
Core Elements
A. HABITAT - Habitat is the Key
Toolbox for Recovery
A. Educating the Public About the Needs of Salmon
B. Enforcement of Existing Laws Related to Salmon
C. Permit Streamlining
Adaptive Management and Monitoring
Background Information
A. Appendix for chapter IV.A.1.Agricultural Strategy to Improve Fish Habitat
1. Agreement on Implementation of the CREP
2. Memorandum of Understanding on NRCS FOTGsB. Appendix for Chapter IV.A.5.Ensuring Adequate Water in Streams for Fish1. Summary of Water Resource Activities by Water Resource Inventory AreasC. References
D. Glossary
E. List of People Who Provided Comments to the Draft
F. Acronyms (Detailed List)
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