Why This Could Be One of the Worst Years on Record For Skeena Steelhead
In the Skeena River last year, steelhead returns hit their lowest in 66 years of measuring, dropping from an average of 25,000 to 45,000 fish to just 5,280 fish. This year’s estimates are at an all-time low of 4,000. West Coast Now spoke with local stakeholders about why steelhead are under threat and what action needs to be taken. Read the full article here.