Podcasts about lower snake river

Proponents of removing Lower Snake River dams have pushed a massive disinformation campaign for decades. Adam Ratliff, an engineer, social media influencer and marketing guru joins Dillon to share how he and a group of farmers have teamed up to push back with the truth about dams and agriculture.

In Episode 24 of NW Fish Passage, Annika Fain interviews Kayeloni Scott. Kayeloni is an enrolled Spokane Tribal Member with strong Nez Perce ancestry. From 2017-2022, she served as the Communications Manager for the Nez Perce Tribe, then American Rivers as the Communications Director for the Northwest Region for over a year. She has continued her work with the Nez Perce Tribe, providing communications consulting on Lower Snake River issues, is a co-producer for Covenant of the Salmon People, and was recently appointed as Executive Director for the Columbia/Snake River Campaign. She plays a critical role in advocating for the four lower Snake River dams. In this episode she shares her experience growing up with salmon, why salmon are important to her, the Nez Perce creation story, Covenant of the Salmon film, and Children of the Setting Sun. Websites mentioned in this episode can be found on the nwfishpassage.com website.   Enjoy!    https://columbiasnakeriver.com/ https://www.salmonorcaproject.com/ https://covenantofthesalmonpeople.com/media https://settingsunproductions.org/

As the debate continues over whether to remove dams on the Lower Snake River, the stakes are high for the future of farming in Washington state. Michelle Hennings, a WA wheat farmer and the Executive Director of the Washington Association of Wheat Growers, joins Dillon with more detail on the devastation that breaching the dams would cause, and why it's so important for farmers to speak out against their removal.

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/670   Presented By: Togens Fly Shop, FishHound Expeditions, TroutRoutes, Angler's Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors       Josh Mills, a seasoned expert from the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers team, as well as a board member of the Wild Steelhead Coalition and an accomplished steelhead fly tier, is set to guide us through the Clearwater River and public waters and lands. Today, you'll learn how to adjust your reel technique for enhanced stealth. We'll also provide an update on the status of the Lower Snake River dams and their current developments. Additionally, you'll discover what a public lands yard sale entails. Moreover, we'll analyze a significant western stream to improve your success on the water this year. Together, we'll delve deep into the topics of steelhead fishing and conservation. Let's begin our journey. Episode Chapters with Josh Mills on Public Waters and Lands 3:19 - We talk about our top destinations for steelhead fishing. Josh feels fortunate to fish in local rivers like the Clearwater and Salmon, but he reminisces about a memorable trip to the Skeena region in 2012 and plans to return in 2025. He also dreams of fishing in Northern California, inspired by historical figures in the steelhead community. 12:15 - Josh discusses his fishing strategy, focusing on the Clearwater River. He fishes the Clearwater from August through September, as fish from different basins, including the Snake and Grand Ronde Rivers, seek the cold water as a thermal refuge. He notes the Clearwater can be a challenging but rewarding river to fish. Once the thermal block breaks, fish often return to the Snake River, and Josh shifts his focus to the Grand Ronde system. 16:11 - We ask Josh for advice on fly patterns for steelhead fishing on the Deschutes River in October. He responds by emphasizing the unpredictable nature of steelhead fishing, suggesting that success often depends on the angler's confidence and intuition rather than specific fly patterns. He explains that steelhead are curious and might bite at almost anything due to aggression, predatory instincts, or curiosity. 23:31 - We dig into his involvement with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) and the Wild Steelhead Coalition. He initially got involved by running fundraisers and joining the board of the latter, which led him deeper into conservation efforts. He started volunteering with BHA in 2015, an organization dedicated to protecting public lands and waters in North America. Josh felt compelled to protect these lands, recognizing their importance for recreation and conservation. 28:57 - We get into the complexities of public land and water access laws in the United States, particularly focusing on differences between states. Josh elaborates on the varied stream access laws across states, highlighting how states like Washington, Idaho, and Montana have more permissive laws, while Colorado and Utah face significant challenges. 42:37 - We discuss Josh's experiences and growth in fly fishing. Josh emphasizes the continuous nature of learning and improving in fishing. He talks about the technical skills involved, such as casting and line management, and how observing skilled anglers like Brian Chou and others has inspired him. Josh admires their proficiency in handling challenging conditions and accurately predicting fish locations. Josh acknowledges that despite trying to replicate the techniques of skilled anglers, there are subtle differences in execution that impact results. He emphasizes the importance of learning from others and adapting various techniques, such as transitioning between different fly lines. 45:58 - We compare fishing the Clearwater River versus in the Deschutes. Josh highlights the former's larger size, which offers more room for casting and allows for different fishing techniques. He notes that unlike the Deschutes, where sun orientation impacts fishing strategies, the Clearwater allows for dry line fishing throughout winter. He also mentions the genetic traits of Clearwater fish that make them more likely to rise through the water. Additionally, he compares the river sizes and flow variability, explaining how the Clearwater's dam-controlled nature affects fishing conditions. Despite the challenges, Josh appreciates the unique fishing opportunities both rivers offer, with each having its own "secrets" and characteristics. 49:07 - Josh gives some valuable tips on fishing for steelhead in Clearwater. He suggests visiting the Red Shed Fly Shop for advice and emphasizes the importance of focusing on manageable sections of large rivers. He explains that understanding where fish rest and conserving energy is crucial. For rods, Josh notes that it varies with the season. He enjoys using a 15-foot rod with a 60-foot line but adapts his technique based on conditions. 54:39 - We discuss the dynamics of fly fishing, particularly focusing on the experience of fishing with highly skilled casters. Josh admits he is an average caster but values learning from experts like Calvin Fuller, and Brian Chou, who demonstrate exceptional skill and understanding of the craft. He recounts experiences at a steelhead camp, highlighting how observing and learning from others is invaluable. 58:30 - Josh shares his passion for tying steelhead flies, which he considers his favorite due to their intricate construction. He emphasizes the importance of learning from various resources and incorporating techniques from different fly-tying experts to develop his unique style. Josh ties steelhead flies year-round, but also enjoys crafting flies for warm-water fish like smallmouth bass. He admits he doesn't enjoy tying dry flies unless they involve fun materials like foam. While he can tie Catskill-style flies, he prefers tying streamers and relishes the opportunity to learn new techniques, such as tying flat wings for striped bass or preparing flies for exotic fishing trips, which he finds particularly rewarding. 1:01:29 - He talks about the Wild Steelhead Coalition. Josh explains that the organization is mainly volunteer-run, with one small contractor. Despite its size, the coalition is highly effective in advocating for steelhead conservation, engaging in fundraising, public education, and advocacy efforts. Josh mentions a recent significant article in the Seattle Times that highlights their work, illustrating the coalition's impact despite its resources. 1:05:20 - We briefly talk about the status and future of the Snake River dams. Josh emphasizes the ongoing efforts to educate and build coalitions regarding the dams, expressing that everyone affected should be considered. He highlights the historical use of the dams for barge traffic and the declining export traffic on the river. He mentions recent news indicating salmon are passing above dam sites for the first time in a century, suggesting the potential benefits of dam removal on salmon populations. 1:08:23 - We ask Josh about that time when he worked at a radio after college.  1:13:08 - Josh shares that he used to play baseball as a pitcher.    Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/670  

The Department of Energy has announced a new study on replacing the Lower Snake River dams leaving some more than a little disappointed.

The Department of Energy has announced a new study on replacing the Lower Snake River dams leaving some more than a little disappointed.

U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse reacts to the Biden Administration announced forming of the Columbia River Taskforce that will look for ways to breach the four Lower Snake River dams.

U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse reacts to the Biden Administration announced forming of the Columbia River Taskforce that will look for ways to breach the four Lower Snake River dams.

U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse says the Biden Administration does recognize the importance of hydro-electric power, but avoids answering questions directly about Lower Snake River dam breaching.

U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse says the Biden Administration does recognize the importance of hydro-electric power, but avoids answering questions directly about Lower Snake River dam breaching.

In April of 2022, Libby Tobey, Hailey Thompson and Brooke Hess skied into Marsh Creek in Idaho's Sawtooth Range, towing their kayaks and a sled full of camping gear. The goal: trace the route of anadromous fish from the source of the Salmon River to the Pacific Ocean and advocate removing the four dams on the Lower Snake River that block that migration and are killing that river system. 78 days and 1000 miles away down the tiniest tributaries to the massive whitewater of the main rivers, through soul-killing paddling slogs in dead impoundments, portages amid highways and traffic, wind and sun, joy and tribulation, they found themselves on a spit of sand and mud at the mouth of the Columbia, drinking champagne amid wind-driven waves of salt water. Hal caught up with Libby Tobey in Idaho and with Hailey Thompson in Alaska for an account of the adventure, and a discussion of what is at stake in the debate over the fate of the lower Snake River dams.

A long-simmering dispute over the Lower Snake River dams burst onto the headlines in November with news of a backroom deal between the Biden administration and plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Bonneville Power Administration and other agencies that manage the dams. The deal has raised fears about the possibility of breaching the dams and compromising the availability of reliable, carbon-free electricity. Hear from NRECA's Louis Finkel and Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative's Bryan Case.

It's called the Defending Against Manipulative Negotiators, or DAMN, Act and it's intended to stop the use of federal funds from being used to breach or alter any or all of the Lower Snake River dams.

It's called the Defending Against Manipulative Negotiators, or DAMN, Act and it's intended to stop the use of federal funds from being used to breach or alter any or all of the Lower Snake River dams.

Last month, the Biden administration announced an agreement with four Northwest tribes, the states of Oregon and Washington, and environmental groups around the waterways of the Columbia River Basin. As a part of the agreement, the Federal Government commits to fund salmon restoration projects, build clean energy generation for the tribes and clear the pathway for the possible eventual removal of the four Lower Snake River dams. We talk to Nez Perce Tribal Chairman Shannon Wheeler, who is party to the agreement, and Kurt Miller, executive director of the Northwest Public Power Association, who wrote a letter objecting to the agreement.

A leaked plan from the Biden administration gave insight into a proposed agreement from the federal government that would spend billions of dollars to replace the energy that the four lower Snake River dams currently generate, plus spend more money to help save salmon in the Columbia Basin.

The Biden Administration recently released a memorandum outlining its plan for protecting salmon in the Columbia Basin, including removal of the Lower Snake River dams.

The Biden Administration recently released a memorandum outlining its plan for protecting salmon in the Columbia Basin, including removal of the Lower Snake River dams.

On Thursday, August 31, the Biden administration issued a 60-day extension to the litigations pertaining to the proposed removal of key dams within the Pacific Northwest. Four of the dams in question are along the Lower Snake River area and would have far-reaching impacts not only to residents within the state but far beyond.

Today we welcome: Sandy Spears and Lucy Larkin from Snake RIver Savers  We talk about Salmon and Orca populations relative to the Lower Snake River in Washington State and the upcoming decision whether or not to remove the dams to replenish Salmon stock. Additional links: Snake River Savers Link Tree The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle Washington, that covers the Arts, Society & Culture told through Human Interest stories. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your support! The B.I.Stander Podcast is a listener supported show, please consider subscribing.   BE A FRIEND OF PODCASTVILLE AND TELL A FRIEND  The BISTANDER Podcast! Blue Canary Auto NOW ALSO in Bremerton! Sound Reprographics Intro Song "Fly on the Wall by LeRoy Bell and available at:  Tower Records! Additional sound effects by: https://www.zapsplat.com/ Support the Show on PATREON "Be a friend, tell a friend!"

Correspondent Courtney Flatt reports.

Greg McReynolds with Trout Unlimited and host John Kruse discuss the increassing possibility the four Lower Snake River dams will be breached to save struggling salmon and steelhead runs.  Dan Wilson with the Washington State Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers talks about the challenges they are facing with the current Washington State Fish and Wildlife Commission and about some of the work this organization has done in the Evergreen State.  www.northwesternoutdoor.scom   www.trout.org www.backcountryhunters.org  

Dylan Peters is a spokesperson for the Army Corps of Engineers. He says the way the oil leaked was unusual.

Today we're speaking with Jim Waddell on the same day he received a very difficult diagnosis. He shares the story of the dams he helped run on the Lower Snake River, the effect they have on the people and river he loves, and final advice from a lifetime spent pushing bureaucracy in a positive direction. Jim's Website, Damsense.org Click here to support the show Referenced Reports (labeled by fact) Congressional approval is not required to breach the Lower Snake River Dams; Bonneville Power Association can do it on their own. Federal appropriations aren't required to breach the Lower Snake River Dams The Lower Snake River Dams produce & sell surplus power to customers outside the region (and the profit margin is falling rapidly) When energy is needed most (summer and winter), the dams don't help much The dams are made to breach themselves and can be breached easily (in a few hours) by deeming them non-operational and removing the earthen berm Opening the transmission line means we'll have space to get more renewable energy projects online Salmon survival rates with the dams in place sit at 50% for Steelhead and 52.5% for spring Chinook More reports and studies can be found on damsense.org

Washington Governor Jay Inslee and U.S. Sen. Patty Murray recently released a long-anticipated report on breaching the dams along the lower Snake River. Echoing an earlier draft, they said that taking out the dams is ultimately the best chance for threatened and endangered salmon. But they also detailed the enormous impacts dam removal would have on clean energy, transportation and the broader economy. They said now was not the right time to breach the dams, but that that option should continue to be on the table. The Yakama Nation praised Inslee and Murray for “championing a comprehensive approach to Columbia Basin salmon recovery.” We talk with Jeremy Takala, chairman of the Fish and Wildlife Committee for the Yakama Nation, about tribal priorities as the process moves forward.

That's the recommendation from U.S. Senator Patty Murray and Washington Governor Jay Inslee. Correspondent Courtney Flatt has more.

Our guest speaker, indigenous activist Julian Matthews, will share what it means for the Nimiipuu (Nez Perce Tribe) to be protectors of sacred lands and waters. The focus of his talk will be the current issue of how Nez Perce Treaty rights are impacted by the Lower Four Snake River dams. Salmon have been a critical part of Nimiipuu culture and identity and are one of the main First Foods for their people. Asserting Treaty rights to safeguard these relationships propels their current activism to restore the wild salmon runs on the Snake River by removing the Lower Snake River dams. In so doing, the tribe aims to ensure that their Treaty rights are secured for future generations.

In the latest episode of NewsData's Energy West podcast, California Energy Markets Editor Jason Fordney and Clearing Up Associate Editor Dan Catchpole discuss happenings at the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners' Summer Policy Summit in San Diego this week, a new study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that says breaching the Lower Snake River dams is necessary to protect salmon populations, comments from a top federal energy regulator on transmission development, and more!

In this week's episode Liam, Kendra, and Erica dove into chapters 5 & 6 of Listening to Whales by Alexandra Morton. They also covered recent SRKW news regarding the Biden administration weighing in breaching the Lower Snake River dams, a new K pod calf, and the recent declaration of vulnerability in 13 individual Southern Residents. More Sources: https://wdfw.wa.gov/sites/default/files/about/regulations/filings/2022/WSR%2022-14-068.pdf

The proposals include breaching the four Lower Snake River dams.

Chinook Salmon of the Snake River begin their lives in mountains of Idaho's rivers, live their lives in the Pacific Ocean, and return to their natal spawning stream in Idaho.  This fish is on the brink of extinction. This is the summer when all pressure is focused on maintaining this fish that is millions of years old.  This is the first of 2 episodes about this Chinook Salmon.   GUESTSDr Helen Neville, Trout UnlimitedVice Chairman Shannon Wheeler, Nez Perce TribeRuss Thurow, Fish Biologist, US Forest Service US SENATOR MURRAY & GOVERNOR INSLEE REPORT AND COMMENT OPTIONIntro to ReportReport in FullComment LinkWebsite submission formEmail, Subject line: "Draft LSRD Benefit Replacement Report" ARTILCESThe Lewiston Tribune article on Murray Inslee ReportSeattle Times article on Murray Inslee Report“Second Coming” by David James Duncan“Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians pass united resolution supporting removal of four Lower Snake River dams” ADVERTISING SPONSORNissan and the Denver Area Nissan Dealers THE RIVER RADIUShello@theriverradius.cominstagramfacebook

If you've heard about the recent release of the draft report on the subject commissioned by Gov. Inslee and Sen. Murray, you'll know that the subject of saving the salmon is on everyone's mind. And with good reason. Salmon are essential to our region–on our economy, our environment, and our cultural heritage--and their populations are threatened. Their potential loss would have a devastating effect, not least on our struggling Orca population, but especially on tribal nations in the Pacific Northwest whose lives and culture are inextricably linked to these fish populations. One of the more important efforts to save the salmon is focused on breaching four dams on the Snake River, something that was the subject of the draft report. Discussing all of this is an exceptional panel: Emily Washines— is an historian, educator, author and member of the Yakama Nation facilitating equitable history Dr. Helen Neville— is the senior scientist for Trout Unlimited, performing research, science guidance and public education on salmon and trout recovery Bryan Jones— is a 4th generation wheat grower, orchardist and salmon recovery advocate Marc Sullivan— is northwest Washington coordinator for the Save Our wild Salmon Coalition and formerly served as director of strategic and power supply planning for Seattle City Light. Show Notes: ACTION: Comment by July 11 on the draft report on breaching the Lower Snake River dams. After watching this panel discussion you'll see that it's a total no brainer. We've already spent $26 billion trying to mitigate the damage. Instead of pouring more money into repairing and maintaining old structures and strategies that don't work, it's time to invest in solutions that free up the river, save the salmon and orcas, provide better energy solutions, and equally (or more) effective ways of moving grain to shipping ports. It's a win-win all around. But big corporate farms are opposed, and are spending a lot of money trying to convince people to keep spending money on failed solutions. SUGGESTED COMMENT LANGUAGE: (provided by Don and the panelists) Right now the report's tables only show the costs of breaching the dams with no table summarizing the costs of leaving the dams in place. Please provide a companion data table reflecting the costs of leaving the dams in place — which will provide a more accurate comparison of costs.

This week on Northwestern Outdoors Radio we'll talk to Bob Rees, the Executive Director of the Northwest Guides and Anglers Association, who argues that breaching four dams on the Lower Snake River is critical to ensuring the survival of several salmon and steelhead runs.  We'll also chat with Annie Meseberg with MarDon Resort on Eastern Washington's Potholes Reservoir.  This  well known resort is not only a great place to host a fishing tournament, but it's also a fantastic destination for a family or couples getaway.  Roger Phillips with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game joins us for a monthly news roundup and Bob Loomis is back for another extended Mack's Minute where you'll learn all about dodgers.  http://www.northwesternoutdoors.com      

In this second part of our series on the Lower Snake River, we are talking with Asa Menlove and Shiva Rajbhandari of the Youth Salmon Protectors. Asa started the organization and Shiva is behind the wheel as the group is thriving. The Youth Salmon Protectors are a coalition of young people in the PNW and beyond dedicated to saving wild Columbia River salmon and steelhead. We talked about why the Lower Snake River dams need to be removed, what this issue stands for in a larger sense and how other young people can succeed with their own conservation goals. The best way to get in touch with them is through their Instagram. For more information, check out their website through the Idaho Conservation League.  We hope you enjoy the show! If you have any questions, topics we should discuss, or people you want to hear from, shoot us an email at 5rivers@tu.org.  

This week I talk to not one guest, but FOUR incredible ladies who are embarking on a journey of monumental proportions. They will ski and paddle the Salmon River from the source to the sea as a conservation campaign promoting the removal of the four Lower Snake River dams and a moratorium on the Stibnite Gold Project, in order to save Idaho's rapidly dwindling salmon populations from extinction.Donate here:Text SALMON to 53-555 to donate OR https://givebutter.com/salmonsourcetoseahttps://salmonsourcetosea.comhttps://www.instagram.com/salmonsourcetosea/https://www.instagram.com/comehellrhighwater/https://www.patreon.com/comehellrhighwater

This is an exciting episode because it is the first of a two part series about the Lower Snake River and the four dams preventing wild salmon and steelhead from living in their natural habitat. The Snake River is currently seeing its worst return of salmon and steelhead in over 200 years and the time to take action is now. Removal of the four dams on the Lower Snake is the only option left and Eric Crawford of TU explains it perfectly in this episode. We talked about why the dams need to be removed, how this will be done and how you can help. Here is the TU landing page to learn more about the issue and take action to help these wild salmon and steelhead populations.    We hope you enjoy the show! If you have any questions, topics we should discuss, or people you want to hear from, shoot us an email at 5rivers@tu.org. Stay tuned for part two with the Youth Salmon Protectors coming soon! 

This is a fascinating conversation with Bonnie Olin. Bonnie is an avid river user, including kayaking on the Snake River. Bonnie talks about the four lower Snake River Dams, why they should be removed, and the impacts removal would have on fish and wildlife, as well as the economy. She covers the mitigations available for impacts such as barging grain and electrical generation. For more information, the following links were mentioned in the podcast: * Wild Salmon Center and their work. This is also the center created by Guido Rahr of the book Stronghold. https://wildsalmoncenter.org/strategy/ * Information about the book “Stronghold” by Tucker Malarkey https://wildsalmoncenter.org/stronghold-book/ * Another excellent group working to breach the dams and save the salmon is https://www.wildsalmon.org * Mike Simpson's proposals for dam breaching. This is not a piece of legislation. It is just a set of ideas. https://simpson.house.gov/uploadedfiles/websiteslides2.4.pdf * Andy Kerr, (Public Lands Lobbyist) thoughts on Simpson's proposal. http://www.andykerr.net/kerr-public-lands-blog/2019/9/6/a-solomonic-salmonid-solution * A link to Bonnie's website, with stories and info about the Owyhee, and her book, The Owyhee River Journals. www.owyheemedia.com * Bonnie's letter to the editor: https://www.registerguard.com/story/opinion/columns/2021/03/20/guest-view-plight-salmon-upstream-battle/4740844001/ Walt Pollock, former BPA Administrator, letter to the editor: https://www.registerguard.com/story/opinion/columns/2021/09/02/guest-view-we-can-have-our-salmon-and-eat-it-too-hydro-power-killer-whales-chinook-oregon-idaho/5657156001/ The ending song is “Bound for the Inland Sea”, by Pacific Flyway from their album Over Our Heads, sung by Roseburg's own Marnie Allbritten. marnie59 at jeffnet dot org

Matt and Nick review the 2015 documentary After the Spill!Their Quick Hits of the week include Climate Change Reporting (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/27/insider/united-nations-climate-report.html),IKEA selling renewable energy (https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/ikea-now-selling-new-product-renewable-energy), Salmon in the Lower Snake River (https://earthjustice.org/brief/2021/salmon-extinction-climate-change-heat-waves-snake-river),the Caldor Fire (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/thousands-forced-flee-lake-tahoe-california-s-caldor-fire-rages-n1278076), heat pump systems, (https://www.nrdc.org/experts/alex-hillbrand/thinking-buying-air-conditioner-consider-heat-pump), and Hurricane Ida (https://www.msn.com/en-us/weather/topstories/hurricane-ida-live-updates-new-orleans-loses-power-after-landfall/ar-AANRUPE?ocid=uxbndlbing).

Preparing for a summer outdoors calls for preparation. Washington Trails Association gives us some creative ways to plan our next hike--including astrological signs! How should Seattle and King County help people who are addicted to drugs? A new memoir explores several attempts to find help. And The Nez Perce tribe Vice Chairman shares why they support a contentious Idaho proposal to remove dams from the Lower Snake River.

For those who can't get enough of "podfather" Ken Balcomb – and those new to his lifetime of dedication to the Southern Resident Orca (SRO) – here's the additional interview we promised. Listen to Ken describe the staggering natural beauty that drew him to North America's Pacific Northwest, his first orca sighting 45 years ago, and what it's been like to encounter and document these amazing yet highly threatened sentient beings. Ken also shares his thoughts on the continuing threats to the SROs existence and why removing dams and restoring river ecosystems are essential to their future, as well as our own. To learn more, listen to our prior podcast, "Podfather: One Man's Journey to Save the Southern Resident Orca" and visit Ken's organization, the https://www.whaleresearch.com/ (Center for Whale Research.) Call to Action: Support the growing movement to breach the four Lower Snake River dams, save the salmon and feed the orca on the https://damsense.org/ (Dam Sense) and https://www.americanrivers.org/ (American Rivers) websites. Intro music: "The Spaces Between" by Scott Buckley. Interstitial music: "Red Giant" by Stellardrone. Photo: Susan Woodward.

Pacific Northwest lawmakers continue to push back on the proposed removal of four dams on the Lower Snake River.

Pacific Northwest lawmakers continue to push back on the proposed removal of four dams on the Lower Snake River.

The contentious issue of Idaho salmon has been going on for decades. In this episode, I am joined by Congressman Mike Simpson of Idaho. Recently, he put out the Energy and Salmon Concept, essentially another proposal to remove the dams on the Lower Snake River in Idaho to save wild salmon. The difference between this proposal versus past proposals is how comprehensive it is in terms of dealing with each objection that has always brought past proposals to a stand still. We discuss why the Congressman thinks it's necessary, and why now. We break down all of the main arguments against it and address concerns between the impact to industries and local economic factors. We talk about replacing the power, dealing with predation, shipping, agriculture, and how this proposal is a long term solution to the future of wild salmon. Read the proposal in full below and enjoy the episode! https://simpson.house.gov/salmon/ Check out the discounts with our show sponsors! SKRE Gear - High octane hunting attire without breaking the bank! https://www.skregear.com/  -Use Promo Code “thewesternhuntsman” for 15% off and free shipping!   Phelps Game Calls - The game call company of The Western Huntsman! https://phelpsgamecalls.com/  -Use Promo Code “Huntsman10” for 10% off!   Hoffman Boots: - Best hunting boots you'll ever own. I guarantee it! Use promo code “HUNTSMAN10” for 10% off! https://hoffmanboots.com/hoffman-mountain-boots   Tactacam -Filming your hunt has never been easier and more affordable! https://www.tactacam.com/ Bait Em 907 -Use promo code “Huntsman10” for 10% off of all bear attractants and other products.  https://www.baitem907.com/ Follow us on social by clicking the link tree! https://linktr.ee/westernhuntsman Send youth coloring contest pictures to jim@thewesternhuntsman.com  

Approximately 2/3 of our bodies are made up of water. In Chinese Medicine, water is the yin energy that anchors us, calms us, and replenishes our nervous system. Take a plunge into some fresh natural river imagery to bring you back to your 67%.  Feeling grateful for water? Make a donation to help clean up the Verde River in Arizona, the Lower Snake River in Washington, and support the Waterkeeper Alliance. Active links on my website at Night Sky Acupuncture.

Should the four Lower Snake River dams be torn down? The debate has been going on for decades.