The Current Magazine Winter 2018 | Page 66

Scott River Water Trust con't from page 33

For the past year we have been collaborating with a working group that consists of the area's most qualified individuals to bring habitat restoration and enhancement efforts to nearly three contiguous miles of the mainstem Scott River. It’s a project that has enormous fisheries potential, and is a great opportunity for restorationists working in the Scott Basin to take our efforts and partnerships to the next level. It’s also something that would not be possible without the cooperative effort started by Andrew and myself.

CalTrout has displayed fairness and honesty and the opportunities originating from our willingness to work together will only benefit the watershed. If people sit down and talk about their positions and why they take the stances they do, chances are some common ground will be found. I know that sounds rudimentary but communication doesn’t always happen. Andrew and I took the time to listen and be open-minded, and I think fish, water and people in the Scott will be better for it.

Click here to read about the South Fork Scott Restoration Project.

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