From Meghan and Trout Unlimited’s Save Bristol Bay group
Dear Bristol Bay fans,
We have amazing news to show you! The other day, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game reported that the Bristol Bay’s 2021 sockeye run reached the largest on record with 63.2 million fish going back to the bay. The 2021 run broke the 2018 standing record at 62.9 million fish going back to the area.
Countless years of Native stewardship and 100+ years of sustainable business fishery management made this year’s record-breaking sockeye run in Bristol Bay possible. Science has actually revealed that tidy water and healthy fish environment will continue to support this first-rate fishery that produces approximately 50% of all sockeye salmon in the world.
Despite the fact that the fishery’s most significant danger- the proposed Pebble mine- was rejected the crucial federal license in 2015, Bristol Bay isn’t safe yet. The area still requires long lasting and irreversible securities to make sure that Pebble, or another mining business, will not return in the future. Join us in asking decision-makers to advance permanent protections for Bristol Bay today.
Both the Epa (EPA) and Congress have the chance to develop safeguards that, together, would secure the fish, individuals, and fish-based markets in Bristol Bay. They require to speak with individuals in Bristol Bay and beyond that this is a nationwide treasure that needs irreversible security.Take action here
The 2021 run record is simply one reason Bristol Bay requires higher security for the years to come. It’s another factor we state “No Pebble Mine- Not Here, Never.” And it’s why our work does not stop till we can completely ensure that we will never ever need to battle this careless mine strategy once again.Help us continue our work in Bristol Bay by making a donation today.
