This document summarizes a presentation on ocean acidification and its potential effects on shellfish in Puget Sound. It discusses how increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is causing the pH of oceans to decrease through ocean acidification. This poses risks to shellfish and other calcium-dependent marine species as the acidity makes it harder for them to build shells. The document outlines monitoring projects in Puget Sound to study spatfall and planktonic larvae in relation to changing water chemistry from ocean acidification. While no impacts have been directly observed yet in Puget Sound shellfish populations, continued monitoring is important given the risks and potential effects on the local shellfish industry and ecosystem.
The document discusses salmon recovery efforts in the Nisqually River watershed. It notes that Chinook salmon are threatened and coho are low in the watershed. The Nisqually Tribe leads recovery planning to develop healthy local Chinook populations and continue harvest opportunities. This involves restoring estuary and tributary habitats through projects that remeander streams, revegetate floodplains, add wood and pools, and control invasive knotweed. Protection of habitat along the Nisqually mainstem has increased from 3% to 73% through these efforts.
This document summarizes the history and context of Capitol Lake planning in Washington state, including:
1) Capitol Lake was created in 1937 by damming the Deschutes River to form a lake as part of the state capitol campus. Since then, sediment accumulation has been an ongoing issue requiring dredging.
2) Recent studies from 1997-2009 have evaluated managing the lake or restoring an estuary, considering environmental, economic, technical, and community factors.
3) Key recommendations and considerations related to ongoing management of the lake or restoring an estuary include costs and timing of dredging, infrastructure needs, water quality impacts, and habitat restoration.
4) Next steps require action by the State Capitol
INSIDE:
River Flow Increased
Carcasses Provide Nutrients
Elk Beneft from Tribal Management Efforts
Searching For Steelhead Families
Floods Hurt Chinook Run
Windstorm Tests Timber/Fish/Wildlife
Inside:
Recovering Sockeye Salmon
Tribes, State Share Elk Harvest
Studying Mating Habits of Crab
Hatchery Achieving Egg Goals
Restored Creek Sees More Chum
The document discusses monitoring and evaluation of natural Chinook salmon production in the Nisqually River watershed. It summarizes current data on adult abundance and juvenile outmigration numbers, composition, timing and life history characteristics. It identifies gaps in monitoring needs and outlines an adaptive management approach to periodically evaluate assumptions and progress towards recovery goals.
This document summarizes the Nisqually Chinook Recovery Plan's habitat strategy and actions from 2001 to 2010. The strategy prioritizes restoring the estuary, protecting the mainstem river, restoring nearshore areas, and restoring tributaries like Lower Nisqually, Mashel River, and Ohop Creek. Major accomplishments include restoring over 150 acres in the estuary, increasing mainstem protection from 63% to 74%, conducting nearshore assessments, and implementing restoration projects in tributaries like placing log jams in Mashel River and restoring one mile of Ohop Creek. Monitoring shows restoration is improving habitat quality and fish are extensively rearing in the restored estuary.
The 2012 State of Our Watersheds report provides an overview of habitat conditions in the Puget Sound region. Some key findings include:
1) Impervious surface area has increased 35% since 1986 and is projected to increase another 41% by 2026, degrading habitat quality.
2) The number of new permit-exempt wells drilled per 100 new residents has increased 81% since 1980, indicating more development is occurring outside of urban growth areas.
3) Approximately 8.6% of forest cover was removed between 1996 and 2006, and further losses are expected without protective actions.
4) Over 47% of surveyed culverts in Puget Sound are barriers to salmon migration, limiting access
This document summarizes a presentation on ocean acidification and its potential effects on shellfish in Puget Sound. It discusses how increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is causing the pH of oceans to decrease through ocean acidification. This poses risks to shellfish and other calcium-dependent marine species as the acidity makes it harder for them to build shells. The document outlines monitoring projects in Puget Sound to study spatfall and planktonic larvae in relation to changing water chemistry from ocean acidification. While no impacts have been directly observed yet in Puget Sound shellfish populations, continued monitoring is important given the risks and potential effects on the local shellfish industry and ecosystem.
The document discusses salmon recovery efforts in the Nisqually River watershed. It notes that Chinook salmon are threatened and coho are low in the watershed. The Nisqually Tribe leads recovery planning to develop healthy local Chinook populations and continue harvest opportunities. This involves restoring estuary and tributary habitats through projects that remeander streams, revegetate floodplains, add wood and pools, and control invasive knotweed. Protection of habitat along the Nisqually mainstem has increased from 3% to 73% through these efforts.
This document summarizes the history and context of Capitol Lake planning in Washington state, including:
1) Capitol Lake was created in 1937 by damming the Deschutes River to form a lake as part of the state capitol campus. Since then, sediment accumulation has been an ongoing issue requiring dredging.
2) Recent studies from 1997-2009 have evaluated managing the lake or restoring an estuary, considering environmental, economic, technical, and community factors.
3) Key recommendations and considerations related to ongoing management of the lake or restoring an estuary include costs and timing of dredging, infrastructure needs, water quality impacts, and habitat restoration.
4) Next steps require action by the State Capitol
INSIDE:
River Flow Increased
Carcasses Provide Nutrients
Elk Beneft from Tribal Management Efforts
Searching For Steelhead Families
Floods Hurt Chinook Run
Windstorm Tests Timber/Fish/Wildlife
Inside:
Recovering Sockeye Salmon
Tribes, State Share Elk Harvest
Studying Mating Habits of Crab
Hatchery Achieving Egg Goals
Restored Creek Sees More Chum
The document discusses monitoring and evaluation of natural Chinook salmon production in the Nisqually River watershed. It summarizes current data on adult abundance and juvenile outmigration numbers, composition, timing and life history characteristics. It identifies gaps in monitoring needs and outlines an adaptive management approach to periodically evaluate assumptions and progress towards recovery goals.
This document summarizes the Nisqually Chinook Recovery Plan's habitat strategy and actions from 2001 to 2010. The strategy prioritizes restoring the estuary, protecting the mainstem river, restoring nearshore areas, and restoring tributaries like Lower Nisqually, Mashel River, and Ohop Creek. Major accomplishments include restoring over 150 acres in the estuary, increasing mainstem protection from 63% to 74%, conducting nearshore assessments, and implementing restoration projects in tributaries like placing log jams in Mashel River and restoring one mile of Ohop Creek. Monitoring shows restoration is improving habitat quality and fish are extensively rearing in the restored estuary.
The 2012 State of Our Watersheds report provides an overview of habitat conditions in the Puget Sound region. Some key findings include:
1) Impervious surface area has increased 35% since 1986 and is projected to increase another 41% by 2026, degrading habitat quality.
2) The number of new permit-exempt wells drilled per 100 new residents has increased 81% since 1980, indicating more development is occurring outside of urban growth areas.
3) Approximately 8.6% of forest cover was removed between 1996 and 2006, and further losses are expected without protective actions.
4) Over 47% of surveyed culverts in Puget Sound are barriers to salmon migration, limiting access
The 2023 Annual Report from Treaty Tribes in Western Washington summarizes the Tribes' natural resource management activities over the past year. It discusses efforts to manage salmon, shellfish, and marine fish harvests while also collaborating on habitat restoration, hatchery management, and other initiatives. It expresses disappointment that some legislation did not pass but celebrates other successes, such as restored water quality standards. The report emphasizes the Tribes' ongoing work to protect treaty rights and restore salmon populations for future generations.
The annual report summarizes activities of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission and member tribes in 2022. Key points include: Lorraine Loomis, a longtime chairperson, passed away and Ed Johnstone was selected to fill her term. A statue of Billy Frank Jr. will represent Washington state in the U.S. Capitol. Salmon fisheries faced restrictions due to declining stocks. Tribes continued to manage shellfish harvests through agreements. The Quinault Indian Nation opened razor clam digs when toxins subsided. The Nisqually Tribe is testing use of cedar boughs to attract herring.
This annual report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission summarizes their work in 2021 managing natural resources in Western Washington through co-management with the state. It discusses declining salmon returns leading to reduced fishing opportunities, as well as efforts to protect and restore riparian habitat. It also covers impacts of seal and sea lion predation on salmon, COVID-19 impacts on tribal fisheries and economies, and the 50th anniversary of the "Fish Wars" that led to upholding treaty fishing rights in the Boldt decision.
The 2020 annual report from the Treaty Indian Tribes in Western Washington summarizes tribal natural resource management activities over the past year, including:
1) Salmon harvest was reduced due to low returns, while shellfish and marine fish harvest was managed through cooperative agreements.
2) Habitat, hatchery, wildlife, and forest management programs were ongoing, while concerns remained regarding implementation of the culvert case ruling and potential rollbacks to water quality standards.
3) Regional collaboration on issues like orca recovery, salmon habitat protection, and pinniped management continued through groups like the Billy Frank Jr. Salmon Coalition.
This document is the 2019 annual report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC). It provides summaries of NWIFC's work in 2019 related to hatchery management, habitat management, harvest management of various fisheries, wildlife management, and regional collaboration on issues like forest management, ocean resources, water resources and Puget Sound recovery. It also discusses key issues and events in 2019 like a Supreme Court victory on culvert repair, agreement on fisheries management, concerns about water quality standards and tribal habitat strategy called gw∂dzadad.
This document provides a 3-page summary report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) on tribal natural resource management in 2016. It discusses several key issues and activities: the ongoing Treaty Rights at Risk initiative to ensure federal protection of tribal treaty resources; the impacts of drought and climate change on salmon; progress on updating Washington's water quality standards; challenges with aging tribal hatcheries; opposition to expanded fossil fuel transportation; an appeal in the ongoing culvert case; and communications efforts around tribal natural resource stewardship. The report outlines tribal work on habitat restoration, harvest management, hatchery operations, and regional collaborative resource management.
It is the intention of this report to represent the experiences and needs of the western Washington treaty tribes. However, based on our communications and many shared priorities and interests, we believe these lessons and growth strategies can be useful to tribes across the nation.
Annual report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission. The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) is a support service organization for 20 treaty Indian tribes in western Washington. Headquartered in Olympia, the NWIFC employs approximately 65 people with satellite offices in Burlington and Forks.
The document outlines an agenda for a two-day tribal event. On the first day, there will be welcome speeches in the morning followed by a youth opening ceremony and remarks from tribal leaders. A university professor will speak after lunch. The second day will include a facilitated policy discussion in the morning and end at 2pm.
This document summarizes news from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission's winter 2013/14 newsletter. The summary includes:
- Large pink salmon runs returned and tribes are studying marine survival and tracking salmon DNA to understand populations.
- Tribes are analyzing zooplankton and canned salmon is being distributed to those in need. Chinook salmon are finding restored rivers.
- The article discusses two Hoh tribal members, Cecilia Ashue and Josie Ward, learning traditional fishing methods from their cousin Amy Bonally in order to support their families, continuing the traditions of their grandmothers.
This document provides an overview of tribal natural resource management in western Washington. It discusses the tribes' recognition of the importance of fisheries and commitment to effective management. It lists the member tribes of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission and describes some of the core programs and activities related to habitat management, hatchery management, harvest management, wildlife management, and regional collaborative management. The document contains reports on specific initiatives and projects from 2014.
This document is a memorandum and decision from a United States District Court case regarding treaty-based fishing rights of Native American tribes in Washington state. The court considered a request from several tribes to find that the state has a duty to preserve fish runs and repair or replace culverts that impede salmon migration. After a trial, the court issued findings of fact regarding the importance of salmon to the tribes culturally and as a food source based on treaty negotiations, and the decline of fish populations and tribal harvests since that time due to human activities like overharvesting, habitat degradation, and hydropower development.
This document provides a 3-page summary of tribal natural resource management in Western Washington in 2013. It discusses several key issues, including ongoing degradation of salmon habitat, threats from climate change, and budget cuts that could impact hatchery production. It highlights tribal efforts to implement the Treaty Rights at Risk initiative to address salmon declines, and the release of the State of Our Watersheds report confirming ongoing habitat loss. It also discusses ongoing co-management of shellfish resources and tribal responses to issues like updating the state's fish consumption rate and the potential impacts of the state's budget deficit on natural resource management responsibilities.
The document outlines various partnerships that have protected over 74% of the 84 shoreline miles in the anadromous zone of the Nisqually River through land acquisitions and agreements. These partnerships include the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, Fort Lewis, Nisqually Indian Tribe, Tacoma Power, Centralia City Light, Washington State Parks, and the Nisqually Land Trust, which have collectively conserved over 62 miles of the river's shoreline.
Daniel K. Akaka was the first Native Hawaiian US Senator and only Chinese American Senator. He served in the US Army during WWII and had a career in education before being elected to political offices in Hawaii and the US Senate. Simone Alin is an oceanographer at NOAA who studies coastal carbon cycling and ocean acidification, with research focused on the West Coast and Puget Sound. Peter Apo is a Trustee of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and president of a cultural tourism firm who has had a career in public service and Hawaiian affairs.
The document outlines panels and presentations at a climate change conference held at the Smithsonian National
Museum of the American Indian from July 17-20, 2012. On July 18, a West Coast panel discussed how indigenous
peoples of the west coast rely on the sea for livelihoods and how climate change is impacting coastal areas. An
Alaska panel on July 18 focused on how climate change is affecting infrastructure, food security, and communities
in Alaska through impacts like rising temperatures, erosion, and changing animal populations. Speakers represented
various Alaskan indigenous communities and organizations.
The document outlines the schedule for a symposium at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian titled "First Stewards: Coastal Peoples Address Climate Change". The 3 day event includes panels on the impacts of climate change on coastal indigenous communities from different regions of North America and the Pacific Islands. There will be opening and closing ceremonies each day representing tribes from the featured regions, as well as exhibits and children's activities related to coastal indigenous cultures.
The document summarizes the natural resource management activities of Treaty Indian Tribes in Western Washington in 2012. It discusses the tribes' ongoing efforts to restore salmon habitat, which has declined significantly due to development over the past 150 years. It also describes tribal management of salmon harvest and hatcheries, as well as wildlife and shellfish management. Tribes work cooperatively with state and federal agencies but are concerned about threats to their treaty rights from further habitat loss and state budget cuts reducing management capabilities.
The 2023 Annual Report from Treaty Tribes in Western Washington summarizes the Tribes' natural resource management activities over the past year. It discusses efforts to manage salmon, shellfish, and marine fish harvests while also collaborating on habitat restoration, hatchery management, and other initiatives. It expresses disappointment that some legislation did not pass but celebrates other successes, such as restored water quality standards. The report emphasizes the Tribes' ongoing work to protect treaty rights and restore salmon populations for future generations.
The annual report summarizes activities of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission and member tribes in 2022. Key points include: Lorraine Loomis, a longtime chairperson, passed away and Ed Johnstone was selected to fill her term. A statue of Billy Frank Jr. will represent Washington state in the U.S. Capitol. Salmon fisheries faced restrictions due to declining stocks. Tribes continued to manage shellfish harvests through agreements. The Quinault Indian Nation opened razor clam digs when toxins subsided. The Nisqually Tribe is testing use of cedar boughs to attract herring.
This annual report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission summarizes their work in 2021 managing natural resources in Western Washington through co-management with the state. It discusses declining salmon returns leading to reduced fishing opportunities, as well as efforts to protect and restore riparian habitat. It also covers impacts of seal and sea lion predation on salmon, COVID-19 impacts on tribal fisheries and economies, and the 50th anniversary of the "Fish Wars" that led to upholding treaty fishing rights in the Boldt decision.
The 2020 annual report from the Treaty Indian Tribes in Western Washington summarizes tribal natural resource management activities over the past year, including:
1) Salmon harvest was reduced due to low returns, while shellfish and marine fish harvest was managed through cooperative agreements.
2) Habitat, hatchery, wildlife, and forest management programs were ongoing, while concerns remained regarding implementation of the culvert case ruling and potential rollbacks to water quality standards.
3) Regional collaboration on issues like orca recovery, salmon habitat protection, and pinniped management continued through groups like the Billy Frank Jr. Salmon Coalition.
This document is the 2019 annual report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC). It provides summaries of NWIFC's work in 2019 related to hatchery management, habitat management, harvest management of various fisheries, wildlife management, and regional collaboration on issues like forest management, ocean resources, water resources and Puget Sound recovery. It also discusses key issues and events in 2019 like a Supreme Court victory on culvert repair, agreement on fisheries management, concerns about water quality standards and tribal habitat strategy called gw∂dzadad.
This document provides a 3-page summary report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) on tribal natural resource management in 2016. It discusses several key issues and activities: the ongoing Treaty Rights at Risk initiative to ensure federal protection of tribal treaty resources; the impacts of drought and climate change on salmon; progress on updating Washington's water quality standards; challenges with aging tribal hatcheries; opposition to expanded fossil fuel transportation; an appeal in the ongoing culvert case; and communications efforts around tribal natural resource stewardship. The report outlines tribal work on habitat restoration, harvest management, hatchery operations, and regional collaborative resource management.
It is the intention of this report to represent the experiences and needs of the western Washington treaty tribes. However, based on our communications and many shared priorities and interests, we believe these lessons and growth strategies can be useful to tribes across the nation.
Annual report from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission. The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) is a support service organization for 20 treaty Indian tribes in western Washington. Headquartered in Olympia, the NWIFC employs approximately 65 people with satellite offices in Burlington and Forks.
The document outlines an agenda for a two-day tribal event. On the first day, there will be welcome speeches in the morning followed by a youth opening ceremony and remarks from tribal leaders. A university professor will speak after lunch. The second day will include a facilitated policy discussion in the morning and end at 2pm.
This document summarizes news from the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission's winter 2013/14 newsletter. The summary includes:
- Large pink salmon runs returned and tribes are studying marine survival and tracking salmon DNA to understand populations.
- Tribes are analyzing zooplankton and canned salmon is being distributed to those in need. Chinook salmon are finding restored rivers.
- The article discusses two Hoh tribal members, Cecilia Ashue and Josie Ward, learning traditional fishing methods from their cousin Amy Bonally in order to support their families, continuing the traditions of their grandmothers.
This document provides an overview of tribal natural resource management in western Washington. It discusses the tribes' recognition of the importance of fisheries and commitment to effective management. It lists the member tribes of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission and describes some of the core programs and activities related to habitat management, hatchery management, harvest management, wildlife management, and regional collaborative management. The document contains reports on specific initiatives and projects from 2014.
This document is a memorandum and decision from a United States District Court case regarding treaty-based fishing rights of Native American tribes in Washington state. The court considered a request from several tribes to find that the state has a duty to preserve fish runs and repair or replace culverts that impede salmon migration. After a trial, the court issued findings of fact regarding the importance of salmon to the tribes culturally and as a food source based on treaty negotiations, and the decline of fish populations and tribal harvests since that time due to human activities like overharvesting, habitat degradation, and hydropower development.
This document provides a 3-page summary of tribal natural resource management in Western Washington in 2013. It discusses several key issues, including ongoing degradation of salmon habitat, threats from climate change, and budget cuts that could impact hatchery production. It highlights tribal efforts to implement the Treaty Rights at Risk initiative to address salmon declines, and the release of the State of Our Watersheds report confirming ongoing habitat loss. It also discusses ongoing co-management of shellfish resources and tribal responses to issues like updating the state's fish consumption rate and the potential impacts of the state's budget deficit on natural resource management responsibilities.
The document outlines various partnerships that have protected over 74% of the 84 shoreline miles in the anadromous zone of the Nisqually River through land acquisitions and agreements. These partnerships include the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, Fort Lewis, Nisqually Indian Tribe, Tacoma Power, Centralia City Light, Washington State Parks, and the Nisqually Land Trust, which have collectively conserved over 62 miles of the river's shoreline.
Daniel K. Akaka was the first Native Hawaiian US Senator and only Chinese American Senator. He served in the US Army during WWII and had a career in education before being elected to political offices in Hawaii and the US Senate. Simone Alin is an oceanographer at NOAA who studies coastal carbon cycling and ocean acidification, with research focused on the West Coast and Puget Sound. Peter Apo is a Trustee of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and president of a cultural tourism firm who has had a career in public service and Hawaiian affairs.
The document outlines panels and presentations at a climate change conference held at the Smithsonian National
Museum of the American Indian from July 17-20, 2012. On July 18, a West Coast panel discussed how indigenous
peoples of the west coast rely on the sea for livelihoods and how climate change is impacting coastal areas. An
Alaska panel on July 18 focused on how climate change is affecting infrastructure, food security, and communities
in Alaska through impacts like rising temperatures, erosion, and changing animal populations. Speakers represented
various Alaskan indigenous communities and organizations.
The document outlines the schedule for a symposium at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian titled "First Stewards: Coastal Peoples Address Climate Change". The 3 day event includes panels on the impacts of climate change on coastal indigenous communities from different regions of North America and the Pacific Islands. There will be opening and closing ceremonies each day representing tribes from the featured regions, as well as exhibits and children's activities related to coastal indigenous cultures.
The document summarizes the natural resource management activities of Treaty Indian Tribes in Western Washington in 2012. It discusses the tribes' ongoing efforts to restore salmon habitat, which has declined significantly due to development over the past 150 years. It also describes tribal management of salmon harvest and hatcheries, as well as wildlife and shellfish management. Tribes work cooperatively with state and federal agencies but are concerned about threats to their treaty rights from further habitat loss and state budget cuts reducing management capabilities.
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