irish1185 t1_j9lnc7z wrote on February 22, 2023 at 9:35 PM

A solid group, that makes a big difference on keeping our waterways clear (through stream work, but also barrier assessments). Everything is connected in the ecosystems of the Northwest and the salmon (other fish as well) have an impact on more than most people are aware of.

HorrorVacuiVicta OP t1_j9m288n wrote on February 22, 2023 at 11:10 PM

I have been really impressed with their work, too! I actually had a chance to do the Barrier Assessment Team training, and am planning on doing kokanee fry trapping starting next week for the Three Rivers chapter. Salmon and trout are amazing fish--- they actually represent one of the largest transfers of marine nutrients inland in the entire world!

Ltownbanger t1_j9mbmt3 wrote on February 23, 2023 at 12:17 AM

Where is the three rivers chapter?

irish1185 t1_j9plcoo wrote on February 23, 2023 at 5:47 PM

https://washingtontu.org/chapters/three-rivers-109/ It's the Bellevue/Issaquah eastside chapter.

Ltownbanger t1_j9pmh6d wrote on February 23, 2023 at 5:54 PM

Thanks. I grew up in another area of the state also called three rivers and was curious.

irish1185 t1_j9pod1a wrote on February 23, 2023 at 6:05 PM

Its local-ish to me and its still confusing, haha.

HorrorVacuiVicta OP t1_j9men12 wrote on February 23, 2023 at 12:38 AM

Well, it recently merged with the Seattle-Cascade chapter, so it goes all the way from Darrington down to Maple Valley. They met in Redmond in January, but I think they may be moving around to different areas to help more members join. You can find your chapter at www.tu.org/chapters/ if you aren't sure!

Our trout and salmon are hugely important to our diverse and unique ecosystems here in Washington. Check out the work of one citizen scientist, Bill McMillan, to see how big a difference one person can make!

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