This page contains links to key documents and information about the 2009 U.S. West Coast Salmon Disaster, following close on the heels of a similar 2008 disaster, for downloading and use by our fishermen members and the general public. Since this crisis is still developing, this web page is still a work in progress.

PCFFA's Ten-Point Plan for What Fishermen Can Do

Key Documents and Resources

• The Rise and Fall of Chinook Populations in the California Central Valley (Chart)

• Central Valley California History of Increasing Water Diversions (Downloadable Excel file)

Link to 15 May 08 Congressional Oversight Hearing on the
Collapse of the West Coast Salmon Fishery

The Farm Bill Provision for $170 Million in Disaster Assistance for 2008-2009

WHAT THE MEDIA ARE SAYING

MEDIA ACCOUNTS ARE STILL DEVELOPING AROUND THE CLOSED SEASON OF 2009.
THEY WILL BE POSTED HERE SOON.

Last updated 3/17/09. Check back frequently for updates and additions.