Droughts, Dams, and the Threat to Salmon
Summary:
Amy Cordalis shares about the 2002 water divergence plan that resulted in nearly 100,000 adult Chinook Salmon dying. Dam removal continues to be an important topic for Tribal sovereignty and the Environment.People:
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Sovereignty/GovernanceSummary
Our Sacred Obligation recounts the history of the Yurok Tribe’s struggle against the colonization of the Klamath River, which has sustained them since time immemorial.
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Kadie Bizyayeva describes the connection between Salmon loss and chemical dependency. This clip comes from a larger project about Tribal wellness.Digital Heritage
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Molli Myers talks about how Dams lead to fish kills, and how these kills are not always readily apparent until the returning population doesn't return. She briefly discusses restoration ideas once the Dams are removed.