Rising Tide #119 – Alaska’s State of Salmon with Peter Westley

In this episode of Rising Tide David and Natasha Benjamin delve into the fascinating resilience of Pacific salmon, creatures that have thrived in dynamic landscapes shaped by natural forces like volcanoes, earthquakes, and landslides with the University of Alaska’s Dr. Peter Westley. As the environment changes at unprecedented rates, including the rise of hatchery-supported fisheries, we discuss how these shifts impact salmon populations in places like Alaska and California. From dam removals and urbanization to climate change, salmon continue to adapt. Join us as we explore the complex web of factors shaping the future of these remarkable fish.

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** Additional Links & Resources **

Sequoias of the Sea: https://www.sequoiasofthesea.com

Our Oceans: https://www.netflix.com/title/81139969

Discover the stories just below the surface of Earth’s five oceans in this nature documentary series narrated and co-executive produced by Barack Obama.

Land of the Dena’ina people: https://www.anchorage.net/plan-your-trip/about-anchorage/the-denaina-people/

Anchorage is located within Dena’ina Ełnena, the traditional homelands of the Dena’ina Athabascan people. One of Alaska’s many distinct and diverse Indigenous groups, the Native people of Knik Arm are the K’enaht’ana, members of the Eydlughet (Eklutna) and K’enakatnu (Knik) tribes.

A River’s Rebirth: https://www.americanindianmagazine.org/story/klamath-river-dam-removals

Klamath Dam Removals Offer New Life for Salmon as well as California and Oregon Tribes