River's Reach, Conversations from the Upper Columbia

Government agencies are increasingly using social science and social scientists to help guide their approach to conservation. Dr. David Trimbach is a social scientist working for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife whose work includes studying Washingtonians’ sense of place in the state and in the landscape. In this episode, he speaks on the place of the social science

In Part 2 of our interview with Dr. David Trimbach from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, we discuss his research on salmon as a part of identity and sense of place for Washingtonians, ranging from indigenous ties to salmon that have existed for time in memorial to artistic representations of salmon that dominate our urban landscapes. Finally, and most critical to sal

What’s a “spawning survey?” How does an ecosystem respond to dam removal? Listen to this episode of River’s Reach to find out! In this episode, we speak with J Michelle Swope, manager of Trout Unlimited’ s White Salmon Project. The conversation touches on the removal of the Condit Dam in 2011, which made the White Salmon River and its tributaries once again available to

Can you believe we are celebrating three years of podcasting!? Neither can we. We reviewed the past three years of interviews and WOW have we got one awesome highlight reel for listeners. Enjoy this 20-minute compilation of some of our best moments in conversations with guests on history, habitat, culture, and of course…. solutions! Since beginning this podcast during Covid in 2

Dr. Cutcha Rising Baldy, Department Chair Native American Studies, Cal Poly Humboldt, has an interesting perspective on how colonization has impacted salmon, ecosystem health and the future of our society. She asks unique questions and connects important points to challenge perspectives and help create a deeper connection to our environment. This episode feels like a breath of fres

How much do you really know about the networks governing salmon recovery in Washington State? The vast web of organizations, policies, legislation, and reporting may seem daunting at times. In this episode we dive into some key governing components including the history of the Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office, the details of the Salmon Recovery Act, the legendary “Washington W

The Tribal relationship to salmon runs deep. Often times protecting and restoring this cultural resource is a complicated undertaking which generates many questions. Why would the Yakama Nation be interested in restoration work so far from their reservation? How does the Tribe view their role in salmon recovery efforts? Why is the “innovative approach” the Yakama are taking uni

Get ready for some serious straight talk as we visit Okanogan County Commissioner, Andy Hover, and discuss the agricultural perspective of salmon recovery. We cover everything from water right issues and historical land management to landowner concerns and potential paths forward. Supporting links: Klamath River Basin: Background and Issues: https://www.everycrsreport.com/report

LIVE! In this episode we were invited on site for the First Salmon Ceremony hosted by the Colville Confederated Tribes. These moving interviews with Councilman Andy Joseph Jr., Councilman Jarred Erickson and Casey Baldwin, Colville Research Scientist, shine light on the incredible significance salmon have to the Colville and why salmon reintroduction to blocked areas is so importan

Ocean conditions are changing big time but what does that mean for salmon and migratory fish? This conversation with Nate Mantua, climate scientist with NOAA, revealed some disturbing trends in offshore food web shifts, temperature fluctuations and other issues we should be aware of as our Upper Columbia fish migrate to the open ocean. Supporting links: One hundred-seventy years