FEATURE
4 COVER STORY
The Eel River. Majestic. Massive. Wild. The Eel presents the best opportunity to restore historic fish abundance
in California. And CalTrout has a plan.
SCIENCE
14 THE EFFECT OF FLOWS ON THE EEL
Dr. Rob Lusardi explains the importance of winter and summer flow sequences.
20 WILD SALMON CENTER
Partnering to protect strongholds.
EVENTS
30 HUMBOLDT STEELHEAD DAYS
The 4th Annual HSD celebrates the rivers,
fish and community.
PROJECTS
24 JUNE MOUNTAIN
Reducing fire risk to improve ecosystem.
26 ENGAGEMENT
IN SOCAL
Santa Clara Steelhead Coalition educates and engages through events.
REGULARS
34 SPOT CHECK
Mike Wier comments on the good, bad and ugly of SF Eel.
40 CRAIG'S CORNER
JUST IN! Craig Ballenger's latest installment on winter weather and fish.
REFLECTIONS
42 READERS' PHOTOS
Inspiring photos from CalTrout members and followers.
50 TAIL OUT VIDEOS
Picks from CalTrout's video vault and other finds from around the web.
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THE CURRENT - WINTER 2016/17