The Forum updated it's Framework for Strategic Anadromous Fish Habitat Restoration to Protect and Restore Populations in California and re-submitted Fish Habitat Partnership Application under the National Fish Habitat Action Plan (NFHAP). NFHAP Board is meeting March 3-4, 2010 at the Headquarters of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. in Memphis, TN. To access the Forum Partnership material click HERE. To learn more about the NFHAP and other partnerships go to www.fishhabitat.org website.

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DFG is accepting proposals for fisheries restoration projects in California's coastal watersheds. Deadline for applications is April 8, 2010. Workshops are being held in February and March in DFG regional offices.

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The Passage Assessment Database (PAD) contains new fish passage data and 2009 updates on restoration projects, and can be accessed via the PAD Map Viewer, PAD Data Portal or full dataset PAD Download.

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American Rivers announces its annual list of 58 dams in 16 states that have been removed or are slated for removal in 2009. Thanks to the removal of these outdated dams, communities across the country have the opportunity to enjoy better water quality, improved public safety and flood protection, and more abundant fish and wildlife. read more ...

Clearinghouse for Dam Removal Information (CDRI) announces a new and improved website where almost 1,000 documents on proposed and completed dam removal projects across the country can be viewed and accessed. CDRI is an online repository for documents from government agencies, consulting firms, universities, and nonprofit organizations so that those making decisions about dam removal can access all the information in one place. read more ...

The California Salmonid Stream Habitat Restoration Manual published by DFG has a new chapter on Fish Passage Design and Implementation prepared by Michael Love and Kozmo Bates. The document is intended to be a guide for the designer through the general process of selecting a design approach for passage improvement. It provides concepts, a design framework, and procedures to design stream crossings and fishways that satisfy ecological objectives, including the passage of fish and other aquatic organisms. read more ...