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NW Fish Passage

Annika Fain

Science

Frequency: 1 episode/70d. Total Eps: 26

Annika Fain, a fish passage engineer at Whatcom County and owner of Fain Environmental/NW Fish Passage, hosts NW Fish Passage podcast. She interviews people who are passionate about working collaboratively to improve the environment for fish, people, and other animals. Her guests bring unique perspectives to their personal and professional experiences.

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23/10/2024
#89

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https://www.nwfishpassage.com/podcast.
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https://www.eenews.net/stories/1060079295
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Episode 23 – Gabe Ng – Fish Passage Design Manager

Season 1 · Episode 23

Monday, October 21, 2024 • Duration 38:43

In this episode, Annika Fain interviews Gabe Ng. Gabe is a Fish Passage Design Manager for the WSDOT NW Region Fish Passage Program. He is passionate about improving the environment and collaborating with a variety of people and disciplines. Gabe provides insight into important aspects of fish passage. Annika and Gabe discuss their experience in the fish passage realm and future opportunities. Gabe also provides advice to young professionals. Website links that are mentioned in the podcast are located at nwfishpassage.com and below. Enjoy!

· (WSDOT) Fish Passage summary and link to annual report maps, and videos: https://wsdot.wa.gov/construction-planning/protecting-environment/fish-passage

· SR542 Squalicum Creek to Bellingham Bay Fish Passage:: https://wsdot.wa.gov/construction-planning/search-projects/sr-542-squalicum-creek-bellingham-bay-fish-passage-complete-november-2023

· SR542 Squalicum Creek Construction (August 3, 2023) - SR 542 Squalicum creek to Bellingham Bay Fish Passage project timelapse, part 1 (youtube.com)

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Episode 22. Karin Strelioff - Thurston Conservation District

Episode 22

Monday, June 3, 2024 • Duration 28:51

In this episode, Annika Fain interviews Karin Strelioff. Karin is the Conservation Programs Manager with the Thurston Conservation District. She specializes in marine shoreline stewardship, green stormwater infrastructure, PNW native plants, and conservation focused land management. Karin talks about her motivation, conservation districts, Shore Friendly, and provides advice to young professionals. Learn more at nwfishpassage.com. Enjoy!

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Episode 13. Austin Rose and Eleanor Hines – Whatcom County Marine Resources Committee

Season 1 · Episode 13

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 • Duration 40:36

In this episode, Austin Rose and Eleanor Hines from Whatcom County Marine Resources Committee (MRC) talk about the goals and projects of the MRC. Austin Rose is the MRC Staff and Planner at Whatcom County Public Works. Eleanor Hines is the MRC Chair and North Sound Baykeeper, Lead Scientist at RE Sources for Sustainable Communities. They discuss challenges and successes related to the many MRC projects including Forage Fish Surveys, Bull Kelp Monitoring, Water Quality Monitoring, and Pilot Olympia Oyster Restoration. Also, Austin and Eleanor present ideas about how to get involved and increase diversity in the environmental field. Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 12. Marisa Litz – WDFW Coast Ecology Leader

Season 1 · Episode 12

Wednesday, March 24, 2021 • Duration 29:54

In this episode, Dr. Marisa Litz, lead of the Coast Ecology and Life Cycle Monitoring Unit focused on Pacific Salmon and Steelhead at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). She shares her academic journey from a B.S. in Anthropology to a M.S. and PhD. in Fisheries. Her graduate studies were supported by the NOAA Educational Partnership Program with Minority Serving Institutions (EPP/MSI). Dr. Litz provides inspiration to many people and is a great advocate for more diversity in science. During the past year, she has continued to mentor, inspire, and is very involved in Black Women in Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Science (BWEEMS). Links to these organizations are available at nwfishpassage.com/podcast. Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 11. Liz Schotman - Surfrider

Season 1 · Episode 11

Friday, March 12, 2021 • Duration 27:15

In this episode, Liz Schotman, talks about her experiences working at Surfrider Foundation, a grassroots activist network dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches for all people. She supports Washington's 5 volunteer-run Surfrider chapters in their efforts to improve our water quality, stop plastic pollution, and fight climate change through programs like the Blue Water Task Force and Ocean Friendly Restaurants. For information on resources mentioned in this episode, please visit: https://www.nwfishpassage.com/podcast. Enjoy!

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Episode 10. Brian Footen - EarthViews

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 • Duration 34:17

In this episode, Brian Footen, president and co-founder of EarthViews talks about his motivation for starting EarthViews (formerly FishViews) in 2013. Prior to co-founding the company, he had served as a Fish Research Biologist for over 20 years. Earthviews vision is to connect people to critically important aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. EarthViews has developed technology to bring 360 interactive virtual tours of these critical areas for federal, state and local resource managers as well as recreational enthusiasts. For information on resources/websites mentioned in this episode, please visit: https://www.nwfishpassage.com/podcast. Enjoy!

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Episode 9. James Rasmussen - Duwamish River

Season 1 · Episode 9

Wednesday, January 13, 2021 • Duration 44:22

In this episode, James Rasmussen, a Duwamish Tribal member and the superfund manager with Duwamish River Cleanup Coalition (DRCC)/Technical Advisory Group (TAG), talks about the history of the Duwamish Tribe and the Duwamish River Superfund Site. For over 30 years, he has been an important advocate in environmental, habitat, and community issues along the Duwamish River. He talks about many of the sites along the river where cleanup is being done. Also, he provides information about the Duwamish Valley Youth Corps program and a new Maritime High School in the community. For information on resources mentioned in this episode, please visit: https://www.nwfishpassage.com/podcast. Enjoy!

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Episode 8. Karen DuBose – Poop Smart

Season 1 · Episode 8

Wednesday, December 16, 2020 • Duration 23:04

In this episode, Karen DuBose, Pollution Identification and Correction (PIC) Coordinator at Skagit County Public Works, talks about her work with the County looking for poop in the water and coordinating with many different organizations. She spearheaded the “Poop Smart” campaign for Skagit County that is focused on keeping water clean for people, pets, agriculture, and fish and wildlife. Karen talks about challenges and successes, as well as funding that is currently available for homeowners that need septic system inspections. Additionally, she talks about the ambient monitoring program and new ways of identifying the sources of fecal bacteria She also provides advice for young professionals. For information on resources mentioned in this episode, please visit: https://www.nwfishpassage.com/podcast/ Enjoy!

#Poopsmart #fecalcoliform #nwfishpassage

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Episode 7. April McEwen – Middle Fork Nooksack Fish Passage

Season 1 · Episode 7

Wednesday, December 2, 2020 • Duration 23:34

In this episode, April McEwen, River Restoration Project Manager at American Rivers, talks about the Middle Fork Nooksack Fish Passage Project and other Pacific northwest dam removals that occurred during the summer of 2020 to restore over 100 miles of habitat. She emphasizes the importance of partnerships and collaboration to make these successful projects. She worked closely with the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation, City of Bellingham, Nooksack Indian Tribe, Lummi Nation, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Puget Sound Partnership, NOAA Restoration Center, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Resources Legacy Fund, and Long Live the Kings to bring the Middle Fork Nooksack project to fruition after two decades of attempts. April talks about challenges and successes, as well as the importance of ongoing monitoring. She also provides inspiring and encouraging words for young professionals. For a before and after photo of the Middle Fork Nooksack dam removal and more websites mentioned in this episode, please visit: nwfishpassage.com. Enjoy!

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Episode 6. Brian Stewart and Glen Kalisz – Habitat Connectivity

Season 1 · Episode 6

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 • Duration 34:46

In this episode, Brian Stewart and Glen Kalisz talk about habitat connectivity – providing a connected network of habitats to allow for the safe movement of wildlife. Brian Stewart is a Cascades to Olympics Program Coordinator at Conservation Northwest and Glen Kalisz is a Habitat Connectivity biologist at Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Brian and Glen provide insight about the importance of connecting habitat and working collaboratively in these efforts. They talk about some of the biggest challenges and rewarding projects they have worked on. Also, they provide advice to young people interested in pursuing careers in habitat connectivity. For Web Resources mentioned in this episode visit nwfishpassage.com. Enjoy!

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