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Investigation of reasons for Atlantic salmon declines and development of remedial approaches
July 21, 2026 - This project will be a continuation of work started in 2024 and 2025 within the Rocky River and Salmon Cover watersheds in Eastern NL. The work conducted to date by...
Further Assessment of the Rocky River Watershed
July 31, 2025 - This project will be a continuation of work started in 2024 within the Rocky River watershed. The ultimate goal is to collect information that will enable SAEN, in partnership with...
Development of Salmon and Salmon Habitat Conservation Plans within the Rocky River Watershed
February 5, 2025 - Description: The Salmon Association of Eastern Newfoundland (SAEN) will conduct a habitat survey of accessible tributaries and the main stem of Rocky River. The survey will document 1) barriers to...
Addressing constraints on anadromous salmon productivity in the Rocky River: ouananiche and habitat use
February 5, 2025 - Description: The Rocky River has the largest drainage (296 km2) on the Avalon Peninsula, and a natural waterfall at its mouth has historically inhibited access of anadromous salmon to the...