A new University of Washington study has measured the impact of Olympia’s proposal to expand streamside buffers along non-fish-bearing perennial (Type Np) streams in western Washington. The findings show steep losses for forest landowners, mills, and rural communities. Water temperatures remain cool, well below salmon-safe temperatures, but the cost is high. How the Study Was Done Researchers used: 2019 Washington … Read More
Forest Tour – From Salmon, Water to Non-Fish Stream Protection
Journey through a working forest Take a tour through a working forest. Follow the salmon journey through the forest, identify fish and non-fish streams, learn the life cycle of a tree, discover riparian zones, and visit upland wildlife. Ch. 1 Salmon Journey Ch. 2 Fish/Non-Fish Stream Types Ch. 3 Road/Culvert Improvements Ch. 4 Riparian Zone Ch. 5 Upland Wildlife Ch. … Read More