Celebrate Native Wildlife At The See Our Salmon And Friends Event - 09/08/26
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management and the Applegate Partnership and Watershed Council invite the community to join the See Our Salmon and Friends event at the Provolt Recreation Area on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly celebration offers a unique chance to connect with nature and discover the vital role salmon and other riparian species play in local ecosystems.
Attendees can enjoy expert-led talks, guided tours of ongoing restoration projects, salmon spotting, interactive activities, and educational booths hosted by local organizations.
“Events like this give people a chance to see firsthand how healthy streams, fish, and public lands are all connected,” said Justin Kelly, BLM Grants Pass Field Manager. “It’s also a great opportunity to learn about the restoration work happening at Provolt and the partnerships that help improve habitat for salmon and other wildlife.”
Event Details:
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What: See Our Salmon and Friends event
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When: Saturday, Sept.12, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Where: Provolt Recreation Site, 14171 Williams Highway, Grants Pass, Oregon.
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Schedule: Expert talks at 11:30 a.m., noon, 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., and 1:30 p.m.; restoration project tours, activities, and booths available throughout the event.
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The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.