by Mari Chambers | May 15, 2024 | News
It is incredibly disappointing that WDFW and ODFW have once again chosen to return “small-mesh” gillnets to the mainstem lower Columbia River for spring Chinook – despite vocal opposition from the public and ample evidence of high bycatch levels making this is one of...
by Mari Chambers | May 11, 2024 | News
Dear Fellow CCA Members: In a unanimous decision the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission voted to approve Debbie Colbert as the next director for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Colbert replaces Curt Melcher, who retired in April. Colbert’s appointment is...
by Mari Chambers | Apr 9, 2024 | News
CCA Oregon is engaged in several key issues that will determine the future of salmon, hatcheries, and recreational fisheries in the Willamette River Basin. We wanted to update you on these efforts. The most urgent issue relates to a nearly $1 million federal funding...
by Mari Chambers | Dec 31, 2023 | News
Congratulations to both Dave Sass and Les Kipper for their recent appointment to the Columbia River Recreational Fishing Advisory Group. Both Kipper and Sass applied in mid-November 2023. The announcement was received in late December. Each had strong letters of...
by Mari Chambers | Dec 6, 2023 | News
This 28 minute presentation is a must view for all of us that support our Northwest hatcheries & wild fish. To watch the presentation CLICK HERE
by Mari Chambers | Jul 20, 2023 | News
A good time was had by all! The day was hot for the 2nd Annual Summer Fun for the Fish held on Sunday, July 16th at Milo McIver State Park, but that didn’t hinder the fun. The burgers from Joe Daddy’s might have been even more delicious than last year. Kids went home...