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• 1251. [Article] OWEB Project Number 216-5042-12451 Phase IV - Wallowa Mountains Bull Trout Monitoring, Final Report

  Abstract -- Bull trout were listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 1998 due to declining populations. Spawning survey data is important for determining relative abundance and distribution ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: OWEB Project Number 216-5042-12451 Phase IV - Wallowa Mountains Bull Trout Monitoring, Final Report Abstract -- Bull trout were listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 1998 due to declining populations. Spawning survey data is important for determining relative abundance and distribution trends in bull trout populations. Without adequate funding, it has been difficult to find sufficient numbers of experienced bull trout surveyors and packers for surveys in the back-country, and to obtain adequate supplies to get the work accomplished. OWEB funding supported the continued survey of bull trout spawning areas in years 2016 through 2018 in the Grande Ronde and Imnaha drainages of northeast Oregon. Surveys were conducted by fisheries consultants, the Service, Nez Perce Tribe, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Forest Service, Freshwater Trust, Wallowa Resources, Anderson Perry, Inc., Grande Ronde Model Watershed, and volunteers. Timing of spawning, total redds, redd sizes, and redd locations are documented in the attached report. In 2016-2018, surveys were located on the Lostine and Imnaha Rivers, and Big Sheep and Bear Creeks. In addition, the Upper Minam and Wenaha were surveyed in 2018. OWEB funding helped to accomplish a total of 43.3, 41.1, and 71.7 stream miles surveyed in 2016, 2017, and 2018, respectively. Title: OWEB Project Number 216-5042-12451 Phase IV - Wallowa Mountains Bull Trout Monitoring, Final Report Abstract -- Bull trout were listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 1998 due to declining populations. Spawning survey data is important for determining relative abundance and distribution trends in bull trout populations. Without adequate funding, it has been difficult to find sufficient numbers of experienced bull trout surveyors and packers for surveys in the back-country, and to obtain adequate supplies to get the work accomplished. OWEB funding supported the continued survey of bull trout spawning areas in years 2016 through 2018 in the Grande Ronde and Imnaha drainages of northeast Oregon. Surveys were conducted by fisheries consultants, the Service, Nez Perce Tribe, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Forest Service, Freshwater Trust, Wallowa Resources, Anderson Perry, Inc., Grande Ronde Model Watershed, and volunteers. Timing of spawning, total redds, redd sizes, and redd locations are documented in the attached report. In 2016-2018, surveys were located on the Lostine and Imnaha Rivers, and Big Sheep and Bear Creeks. In addition, the Upper Minam and Wenaha were surveyed in 2018. OWEB funding helped to accomplish a total of 43.3, 41.1, and 71.7 stream miles surveyed in 2016, 2017, and 2018, respectively. Close

• 1252. [Article] Comments from Douglas Timber Operators & Northwest Forest Resource Council to NMFS 1994

  Abstract -- We have prepared comments in response to the National Marine Fisheries Service's request for information on a proposed rule to list Oregon's Umpqua River coastal cutthroat trout as endangered ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Comments from Douglas Timber Operators & Northwest Forest Resource Council to NMFS 1994 Abstract -- We have prepared comments in response to the National Marine Fisheries Service's request for information on a proposed rule to list Oregon's Umpqua River coastal cutthroat trout as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. Our comments contain new biological and environmental information from the range of the Umpqua cutthroat trout. Our intent is to help the agency determine whether to list the Umpqua cutthroat trout as endangered. Title: Comments from Douglas Timber Operators & Northwest Forest Resource Council to NMFS 1994 Abstract -- We have prepared comments in response to the National Marine Fisheries Service's request for information on a proposed rule to list Oregon's Umpqua River coastal cutthroat trout as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. Our comments contain new biological and environmental information from the range of the Umpqua cutthroat trout. Our intent is to help the agency determine whether to list the Umpqua cutthroat trout as endangered. Close

• 1253. [Article] Fisheries Management and Evaluation Plan | Lower Columbia River ESU | Steelhead, Trout, Sturgeon and Warmwater Fisheries | Lower Columbia River Mainstem Tributaries | Lower Willamette River Tributaries | Clackamas River and the Sandy River

  Abstract -- The objective of this Fish Management and Evaluation Plan (FMEP) is to conduct fisheries to harvest hatchery- winter steelhead and other fish species in a manner that does not jeopardize the ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Fisheries Management and Evaluation Plan | Lower Columbia River ESU | Steelhead, Trout, Sturgeon and Warmwater Fisheries | Lower Columbia River Mainstem Tributaries | Lower Willamette River Tributaries | Clackamas River and the Sandy River Abstract -- The objective of this Fish Management and Evaluation Plan (FMEP) is to conduct fisheries to harvest hatchery- winter steelhead and other fish species in a manner that does not jeopardize the survival and recovery of listed winter steelhead in the Lower Columbia Evolutionarily Significant Unit (ESU). This FMEP includes all freshwater sport and commercial fisheries which affect or could potentially affect Lower Columbia River ESU winter steelhead in the lower Willamette River and tributaries, including the Clackamas River, the Columbia River tributaries from the mouth of Hood River downstream to the North end of Sauvie Island (near the town of St. Helens), and the Sandy River. The primary focus is on fisheries targeting unlisted hatchery winter steelhead. This plan also considers the potential of other fisheries to affect this threatened ESU. Title: Fisheries Management and Evaluation Plan | Lower Columbia River ESU | Steelhead, Trout, Sturgeon and Warmwater Fisheries | Lower Columbia River Mainstem Tributaries | Lower Willamette River Tributaries | Clackamas River and the Sandy River Abstract -- The objective of this Fish Management and Evaluation Plan (FMEP) is to conduct fisheries to harvest hatchery- winter steelhead and other fish species in a manner that does not jeopardize the survival and recovery of listed winter steelhead in the Lower Columbia Evolutionarily Significant Unit (ESU). This FMEP includes all freshwater sport and commercial fisheries which affect or could potentially affect Lower Columbia River ESU winter steelhead in the lower Willamette River and tributaries, including the Clackamas River, the Columbia River tributaries from the mouth of Hood River downstream to the North end of Sauvie Island (near the town of St. Helens), and the Sandy River. The primary focus is on fisheries targeting unlisted hatchery winter steelhead. This plan also considers the potential of other fisheries to affect this threatened ESU. Close

• 1254. [Article] Lower Deschutes River Resident Trout Population Inventory 1997

  Abstract -- Abundance of redband trout in the Deschutes River has been estimated since 1971 with multiple mark-and-recapture methods. No estimates were done from 1988 to 1995. The 1997 estimates were done ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Lower Deschutes River Resident Trout Population Inventory 1997 Abstract -- Abundance of redband trout in the Deschutes River has been estimated since 1971 with multiple mark-and-recapture methods. No estimates were done from 1988 to 1995. The 1997 estimates were done using the same methods as those previously used and described by Schroeder (1989). Data discussed here were collected during February and March, 1997. Data Collection: Redband trout were captured using electrofishing gear mounted in a driftboat. Each side of the river was sampled, for the length of the study area, by collecting and recording captured redband trout in approximately 1.0 mile intervals. Redband trout 19.0 cm . or larger were tagged with sequentially numbered, colored floy tags. River mile, bank (east or west), species, sex and maturity, injuries or scars, tag number placed on fish, tag number of recaptured fish, and fork length to the nearest O .1 cm were recorded for all fish captured. Fish were returned to the river at the midpoint of the 1 mile sample area, using a jet boat to transport them back upstream. Title: Lower Deschutes River Resident Trout Population Inventory 1997 Abstract -- Abundance of redband trout in the Deschutes River has been estimated since 1971 with multiple mark-and-recapture methods. No estimates were done from 1988 to 1995. The 1997 estimates were done using the same methods as those previously used and described by Schroeder (1989). Data discussed here were collected during February and March, 1997. Data Collection: Redband trout were captured using electrofishing gear mounted in a driftboat. Each side of the river was sampled, for the length of the study area, by collecting and recording captured redband trout in approximately 1.0 mile intervals. Redband trout 19.0 cm . or larger were tagged with sequentially numbered, colored floy tags. River mile, bank (east or west), species, sex and maturity, injuries or scars, tag number placed on fish, tag number of recaptured fish, and fork length to the nearest O .1 cm were recorded for all fish captured. Fish were returned to the river at the midpoint of the 1 mile sample area, using a jet boat to transport them back upstream. Close

• 1255. [Article] McKenzie River Plan Summary, Mailing

  Abstract -- The McKenzie River subbasin is an area rich in natural beauty and resources. The tradition of fishing the McKenzie runs deep, and its notoriety reaches far and wide. The McKenzie River is one ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: McKenzie River Plan Summary, Mailing Abstract -- The McKenzie River subbasin is an area rich in natural beauty and resources. The tradition of fishing the McKenzie runs deep, and its notoriety reaches far and wide. The McKenzie River is one of the most popular rivers for fishing in Oregon. During the 1983 trout season, an estimated 54,000 anglers fished from Blue River to Armitage Park. The most sought after species include native rainbow and cutthroat trout, spring chinook, and in recent years, an introduced run of summer steelhead. To meet angling demand, hatchery rainbow trout are stocked in portions of the mainstem, Blue River, and the South Fork. During the past year, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists and a public advisory team from the McKenzie River/Eugene-Springfield area, jointly developed a draft plan to guide the management of the fisheries in the McKenzie subbasin. The draft plan includes management guidelines, objectives, priorities, and recommended actions to solve the principal fisheries' problems concerning: • Habitat • Management of major fish species or groups of species • Angling access This summary covers some of the key elements of the draft plan. Title: McKenzie River Plan Summary, Mailing Abstract -- The McKenzie River subbasin is an area rich in natural beauty and resources. The tradition of fishing the McKenzie runs deep, and its notoriety reaches far and wide. The McKenzie River is one of the most popular rivers for fishing in Oregon. During the 1983 trout season, an estimated 54,000 anglers fished from Blue River to Armitage Park. The most sought after species include native rainbow and cutthroat trout, spring chinook, and in recent years, an introduced run of summer steelhead. To meet angling demand, hatchery rainbow trout are stocked in portions of the mainstem, Blue River, and the South Fork. During the past year, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists and a public advisory team from the McKenzie River/Eugene-Springfield area, jointly developed a draft plan to guide the management of the fisheries in the McKenzie subbasin. The draft plan includes management guidelines, objectives, priorities, and recommended actions to solve the principal fisheries' problems concerning: • Habitat • Management of major fish species or groups of species • Angling access This summary covers some of the key elements of the draft plan. Close

• 1256. [Article] Public Draft: A Plan for Oregon Coho Salmon | Comprehensive Plan for Production and Management of Oregon's Anadromous Salmon and Trout, Part II Coho Salmon Plan

  Abstract -- Most of us agree we have a "coho problem." Generally stated, the problem is that our coho salmon populations have slumped to the level we had almost 20 years ago after an apparently successful ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Public Draft: A Plan for Oregon Coho Salmon | Comprehensive Plan for Production and Management of Oregon's Anadromous Salmon and Trout, Part II Coho Salmon Plan Abstract -- Most of us agree we have a "coho problem." Generally stated, the problem is that our coho salmon populations have slumped to the level we had almost 20 years ago after an apparently successful hatchery program had increased them to a record high in 1976. There is no simple explanation for, or solution to, the coho production problem. If we want to obtain a permanent increase in coho abundance, we must develop an organized and well-founded-program to lead us there. That is why we need a plan. A plan is like a map-it shows us how to get from one place to another. We are at a point of low coho abundance, and we want to get back to the level of abundance we enjoyed in the early 1970's. Production is not Oregon's only coho problem. There are many other issues dealing with allocation, harvest, stocks, surplus fish, escapements, habitat, etc. (see lA). Most of these are interrelated, and many are a part of the coho production problem. Although these are all important considerations in the development of Oregon's coho management plan, the coho production problem has been emphasized. Title: Public Draft: A Plan for Oregon Coho Salmon | Comprehensive Plan for Production and Management of Oregon's Anadromous Salmon and Trout, Part II Coho Salmon Plan Abstract -- Most of us agree we have a "coho problem." Generally stated, the problem is that our coho salmon populations have slumped to the level we had almost 20 years ago after an apparently successful hatchery program had increased them to a record high in 1976. There is no simple explanation for, or solution to, the coho production problem. If we want to obtain a permanent increase in coho abundance, we must develop an organized and well-founded-program to lead us there. That is why we need a plan. A plan is like a map-it shows us how to get from one place to another. We are at a point of low coho abundance, and we want to get back to the level of abundance we enjoyed in the early 1970's. Production is not Oregon's only coho problem. There are many other issues dealing with allocation, harvest, stocks, surplus fish, escapements, habitat, etc. (see lA). Most of these are interrelated, and many are a part of the coho production problem. Although these are all important considerations in the development of Oregon's coho management plan, the coho production problem has been emphasized. Close

• 1257. [Article] Drews Reservoir Status

  Abstract -- The angler catch from Drew's Reservoir consists mainly of rainbow with an occasional yellow perch or brown bullhead also being taken. The rainbow range in size from seven inches to twenty four ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Drews Reservoir Status Abstract -- The angler catch from Drew's Reservoir consists mainly of rainbow with an occasional yellow perch or brown bullhead also being taken. The rainbow range in size from seven inches to twenty four inches in length. Trout under a foot in length appear to be in poor conclusion while the larger fish are in fair to good condition. Nearly all rainbow checked have been scarred with lamprey marks. Occasionally an angler will catch a fish with a lamprey attached or one with a fresh flesh wound from a lamprey attack. Title: Drews Reservoir Status Abstract -- The angler catch from Drew's Reservoir consists mainly of rainbow with an occasional yellow perch or brown bullhead also being taken. The rainbow range in size from seven inches to twenty four inches in length. Trout under a foot in length appear to be in poor conclusion while the larger fish are in fair to good condition. Nearly all rainbow checked have been scarred with lamprey marks. Occasionally an angler will catch a fish with a lamprey attached or one with a fresh flesh wound from a lamprey attack. Close

• 1258. [Article] Rainbow Trout (Salmo gairdneri): Including Steelhead and Stream and Lake Forms

  Abstract -- Rainbow trout are native to the Pacific Coast drainages inland to the Rockies from the Rio del Presidio River in Mexico to the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska (Behnke 1979). They are also ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Rainbow Trout (Salmo gairdneri): Including Steelhead and Stream and Lake Forms Abstract -- Rainbow trout are native to the Pacific Coast drainages inland to the Rockies from the Rio del Presidio River in Mexico to the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska (Behnke 1979). They are also native to the Peace River drainage of British Columbia and the headwaters of the Athabaska River in Alberta (MacCrimmon 1971). Their present range extends from the Arctic Circle to 55° latitude; the only continent lacking rainbow trout is Antarctica (McAfee 1966, MacCrimmon 1971). Rainbow trout occur from O to 4,5OOM above sea level (MacCrimmon 1971) and, when their entire distribution range is considered, live in association with a large number of other species (McAfee 1966). Behnke (1979) recently proposed that rainbow and steelhead trout populations east of the Cascade range be considered as a separate species from coastal populations of rainbow and steelhead trout. Title: Rainbow Trout (Salmo gairdneri): Including Steelhead and Stream and Lake Forms Abstract -- Rainbow trout are native to the Pacific Coast drainages inland to the Rockies from the Rio del Presidio River in Mexico to the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska (Behnke 1979). They are also native to the Peace River drainage of British Columbia and the headwaters of the Athabaska River in Alberta (MacCrimmon 1971). Their present range extends from the Arctic Circle to 55° latitude; the only continent lacking rainbow trout is Antarctica (McAfee 1966, MacCrimmon 1971). Rainbow trout occur from O to 4,5OOM above sea level (MacCrimmon 1971) and, when their entire distribution range is considered, live in association with a large number of other species (McAfee 1966). Behnke (1979) recently proposed that rainbow and steelhead trout populations east of the Cascade range be considered as a separate species from coastal populations of rainbow and steelhead trout. Close

• 1259. [Article] Draft - Trout and Warm Water Fish Running Waters

  Abstract -- Running Waters: Running waters include the main Rogue, Applegate, and Illinois rivers, and all associated tributary streams in the Rogue River basin. Historical information on trout in the ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Draft - Trout and Warm Water Fish Running Waters Abstract -- Running Waters: Running waters include the main Rogue, Applegate, and Illinois rivers, and all associated tributary streams in the Rogue River basin. Historical information on trout in the Rogue River basin was summarized by Cole M. Rivers (in press) prior to 1962. Cutthroat and downstream migrating steelhead were abundant and easily caught from streams all through the settled portions of the basin. There was no need to take a trip away from home to fish for trout. Angling for trout was not thought of as a recreational pastime until the 1930s. The headwaters of the Applegate and Illinois rivers, and Jumpoff Joe and Grave creeks were preferred for trout fishing because of the easy access provided by mining roads. The California-Oregon Power Company provided access to trout fishing waters in the Prospect region as early as 1912. The completion of the Crater Lake and Diamond Lake highways in 1927 allowed access to the upper Rogue River and its tributaries. Access to other parts of the basin was provided when foot and wagon trails were made into roads by crews of the Civil Conservation Corps in the 1930's. Most natural lakes were devoid of fish life until they were stocked by miners or cattlemen who wanted a supply of trout close to their camps. Fish Lake was one of the first impoundments preferred for sport fishing because of good cattle trails leading from the Bear creek Valley into the area. Anglers were packed in by cattlemen after the dam was built in 1898. Other impoundments providing good trout fishing in the 1920s included Emigrant Lake which received heavy pressure. Many lakes were barren of fish life until rainbow, eastern brook, or cutthroat were packed in by private parties, the Forest Service, or the Oregon Game Commission in the 1920s. Prospectors and early settlers stocked some of the lakes earlier with fish that had been collected or salvaged from creeks that were drying up. There are no records of the unofficial introductions, and those of the Game Commission burned in a fire in 1936. Table 1 lists the liberations of trout recorded by the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries from 1907 to 1940. Title: Draft - Trout and Warm Water Fish Running Waters Abstract -- Running Waters: Running waters include the main Rogue, Applegate, and Illinois rivers, and all associated tributary streams in the Rogue River basin. Historical information on trout in the Rogue River basin was summarized by Cole M. Rivers (in press) prior to 1962. Cutthroat and downstream migrating steelhead were abundant and easily caught from streams all through the settled portions of the basin. There was no need to take a trip away from home to fish for trout. Angling for trout was not thought of as a recreational pastime until the 1930s. The headwaters of the Applegate and Illinois rivers, and Jumpoff Joe and Grave creeks were preferred for trout fishing because of the easy access provided by mining roads. The California-Oregon Power Company provided access to trout fishing waters in the Prospect region as early as 1912. The completion of the Crater Lake and Diamond Lake highways in 1927 allowed access to the upper Rogue River and its tributaries. Access to other parts of the basin was provided when foot and wagon trails were made into roads by crews of the Civil Conservation Corps in the 1930's. Most natural lakes were devoid of fish life until they were stocked by miners or cattlemen who wanted a supply of trout close to their camps. Fish Lake was one of the first impoundments preferred for sport fishing because of good cattle trails leading from the Bear creek Valley into the area. Anglers were packed in by cattlemen after the dam was built in 1898. Other impoundments providing good trout fishing in the 1920s included Emigrant Lake which received heavy pressure. Many lakes were barren of fish life until rainbow, eastern brook, or cutthroat were packed in by private parties, the Forest Service, or the Oregon Game Commission in the 1920s. Prospectors and early settlers stocked some of the lakes earlier with fish that had been collected or salvaged from creeks that were drying up. There are no records of the unofficial introductions, and those of the Game Commission burned in a fire in 1936. Table 1 lists the liberations of trout recorded by the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries from 1907 to 1940. Close

• 1260. [Article] A Review of Enhancement Techniques Applicable to Anromous Gamefishes 1975

  Abstract -- This is one of several publications that have been produced to provide a convenient compendium of annotations of literature relevant to the planning and execution of salmonid. enhancement and ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: A Review of Enhancement Techniques Applicable to Anromous Gamefishes 1975 Abstract -- This is one of several publications that have been produced to provide a convenient compendium of annotations of literature relevant to the planning and execution of salmonid. enhancement and research projects. It is hoped that these collections will be particularly useful during the firs-t; interim years prior to launching the fullscale fisheries resources enhancement program. 1. An annotated bibliography on steelhead and general salmonid ecology. 2. The design and implementation of a ·stream data retrieval system for Vancouver Island using ASAP 20, 3, A partial compendium of stream data for Vancouver Island. 4. An annotated bibliography on the ecology of anadromous cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden char. 5. An annotated bibliography on salmonid marking, tagging and enumeration techniques. Because of the urgency imposed by the necessity for early program planning, these publications have been expediently assembled and have therefore received minimal editing; they will doubtless be incomplete and contain minor errors. Nonetheless the series does provide a valuable collection of reference material which should prove especially useful to Regional Biologists and Technicians who do not have ready access to such a broad spectrum of literature. Each bibliography contains a table of contents and an author index. Associated with the publication on stream data storage and retrieval are several copies of a complete print-out of all available data in the system. If readers in British Columbia require specific additional details from any particular paper, and cannot acquire a reprint from the author, the Fisheries.Research and Technical Services Section may be ably to provide copies. Title: A Review of Enhancement Techniques Applicable to Anromous Gamefishes 1975 Abstract -- This is one of several publications that have been produced to provide a convenient compendium of annotations of literature relevant to the planning and execution of salmonid. enhancement and research projects. It is hoped that these collections will be particularly useful during the firs-t; interim years prior to launching the fullscale fisheries resources enhancement program. 1. An annotated bibliography on steelhead and general salmonid ecology. 2. The design and implementation of a ·stream data retrieval system for Vancouver Island using ASAP 20, 3, A partial compendium of stream data for Vancouver Island. 4. An annotated bibliography on the ecology of anadromous cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden char. 5. An annotated bibliography on salmonid marking, tagging and enumeration techniques. Because of the urgency imposed by the necessity for early program planning, these publications have been expediently assembled and have therefore received minimal editing; they will doubtless be incomplete and contain minor errors. Nonetheless the series does provide a valuable collection of reference material which should prove especially useful to Regional Biologists and Technicians who do not have ready access to such a broad spectrum of literature. Each bibliography contains a table of contents and an author index. Associated with the publication on stream data storage and retrieval are several copies of a complete print-out of all available data in the system. If readers in British Columbia require specific additional details from any particular paper, and cannot acquire a reprint from the author, the Fisheries.Research and Technical Services Section may be ably to provide copies. Close