Thank you to the contributors for your thoughtful insights into the issues the PNW faces relative to fish survival. I too fear that we will not have the political will to make the changes necessary because they are contrary to our foundational pattern of human development....more population, more consumption, of everything.

There seems to be a growing number of small improvements made in river habitats, estuary habitats and even near shore habitats, but it seems overwhelmed by the shear magnitude of the growth in urban sprawl, residential development, commercial and industrial construction and environmental footprint.

For my part I will continue to increase my personal efforts, from listening and learning from others, avoiding all pesticides and fertilizers, replanting native vegetation needing no watering, donations of time and money to River Fishery Enhancement and Land Trust organizations, writing and speaking to my local politicians and supporting those that “may” have the willpower that is required. And I will endeavor to be respectful of others who do not agree with my priorities.

Sorry that this post added no new information but I appreciate being able to express my opinions here.

Kind Regards
Doug