Melissa (left) and Jen (right) with an adult Atlantic salmon
World Fish Migration Day is a time to celebrate and learn about the amazing life cycles of fish who spend their lives traveling from river to sea and sea to river. Join Midcoast Conservancy, in collaboration with the Department of Marine Resources and Maine Coast Heritage Trust, at Midcoast Conservancy's Palermo Preserve for an evening walk and learn.
Atlantic salmon (redd) nest
Midcoast Conservancy’s Sheepcot River Watershed Manager, Melissa Cote, and the Department of Marine Resources salmon biologist, Jen Noll, will co-lead the group on a walk along the Sheepscot River. Along the way they will share information on instream habitat, point out sea lamprey redds that may still be visible beneath the water’s surface and maybe see some spawning! Melissa and Jen will discuss the ecological importance of sea-run fish to the terrestrial and riverine ecosystem. They will also point out evidence of anthropogenic activities, such as where rocks were placed to cut off side channels, and the lingering impact to the river from these activities.
Keep the celebration going after the walk and talk by joining us for live outdoor music at Sheepscot General Store and Farm in Whitefield. Order pizza and bring a lawn blanket to enjoy an evening of music and community.
The rain date for this event is June 5.
While this is a free event, space is limited and registration is required.
All are welcome! Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.