In this episode of Fishing for a Reason, Jamie and Scott share their exciting visit to the Bonneville Fish Hatchery and Dam along the Columbia River in Oregon. This spontaneous road trip detour turned into a full-day educational experience, featuring massive sturgeon, powerful hydroelectric turbines, and insights into fish conservation and hatchery operations. If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a hatchery — from spawning techniques to how millions of salmon and steelhead are raised — this episode is a must-listen.🎯 What Listeners Will Learn:Why visiting fish hatcheries can deepen your appreciation for fishing and conservationThe importance of hatcheries in salmon recoveryStep-by-step breakdown of the spawning and hatchery processThe species raised at Bonneville (including Coho, Chinook, and steelhead) and how they're distributedWhy August is the best month to visit if you want to see big kingsRecommendations for other Pacific Northwest hatcheries to visitResources & Links Mentioned:Bonneville Fish Hatchery InfoFind a hatchery - WDFW🧠 Salmon School Enrollment (limited spots): Email [email protected] with subject line Salmon School to secure yours.

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