Join Midcoast Conservancy and the Atlantic Salmon Federation on World Fish Migration Day, May 25th, for a dedication ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Branch Pond Dam and Fishway Project!
Photo Credit: Brandon Kulik
of the Branch Pond Association
This year, for the first time in over 200 years, river herring will be able to access Branch Pond to spawn. You’ll learn about the new Branch Pond Fishway and other recently completed fish passage projects in the Sheepscot River, including the removal of Coopers Mills Dam and partial removal of Head Tide Dam. The completion of these 3 projects over the past 7 years is part of a long term effort to reconnect the Sheepscot River to the ocean for native sea-run and resident fish through the removal of fish passage barriers.
Starting at 9:30 am, food will be available to purchase from the Branch Mills Grange, who are raising money for building renovations. At 10:00 am there will be a presentation, after which, we’ll provide a tour of the site and if the fish cooperate, see some alewives using the fishway!
Bring your canoe or kayak to use the new hand-carry boat launch and explore Branch Pond after the event.
This is a free event, but space is limited and registration is encouraged.