Regional Efforts
Addressing years of degradation
In reaction to the loss of most of the Connecticut River fish runs and the mistreatment of forestlands, a backlash had already begun by the 1850s. Although unsuccessful salmon restoration projects began int the last quarter of the 19th century, the 1967 federal Anadromous Fish Restoration Act marks the beginning of modern salmon reintroduction. While biologists initially targeted salmon populations to increase sportfishing, the efforts to restore salmon have also supported the restoration of other anadromous fish runs. Public interest in these efforts is high, as people continue to flock to the Connecticut River valley to see the fish migration, engage in angling, or participate in restoration efforts.
Species and Habitat Restoration
Learn about migratory fish research and conservation efforts.
Thank you to Jill Devito, for documenting efforts through their channel, Over the River and Through the Woods.
The good work continues
Work throughout the watershed is completed by many state, federal, tribal, nonprofit, and community partners working together to protect and promote fish populations. Community involvement in the form of tree planting, fish counting and public outreach is necessary for river restoration.
