MSA News and Barrier Counts
Some good news this week from the Millerton trap. On Sunday 47 grilse and 25 salmon were put through the trap and on Monday 20 grilse and 17 salmon went through. Cassilis also saw a small increase with 5 grilse and 5 salmon being put through on Sunday. These fish did not have lice on…
Read MoreBarriers and traps following the storm
Hi All Well Tropical Storm Arthur hit Miramichi much harder than predicted and not only damaged homes and infrastructure but also caused havoc on the rivers. Water levels rose above spring high levels interrupting many fishing trips and destroying some important science equipment. The Sunday after the storm was the changeover day for the Crown…
Read MoreMSA Salmon Classic enjoyed by all
The 9th annual MSA Salmon Classic came to a successful conclusion today. Thirty-four anglers participated in this year’s 3-day fishing event, which included folks from all 3 Maritime provinces, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York. In spite of the spring like flood conditions created by the heavy rains from tropical storm Arthur, participants…
Read MoreSalmon Classic Still a Go!
The Miramichi Salmon Classic is still going forward following the heavy rain of Hurricane Arthur. Water levels in the rivers were spring high but have begun to recede. Water temperatures which were at 25C last week are now at 13C on both the Southwest and Little Southwest – which is great news for the fish…
Read MoreNorth Shore Micmac District Council and Holland College Team Up to Deliver Innovative Aquaculture Program to First Nations
June 20th, 2014 NEW BRUNSWICK— Twelve N.B. Aboriginals have completed a comprehensive and innovative aquaculture technician program. Participants have been trained in both fin and shell fish species, a National first. The students of the Taan Totjo Nemeetjogoen Ogtjit Mimatjoagan – To Go Fishing for a Living (TTNOM) program from Elsipogtog, Eel River Bar, Esgenoopetitj,…
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