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Alberta Native Trout Science Workshop and Gathering II proceedings

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This report provides a summary of the proceedings of the Alberta Native Trout Science Workshop and Gathering II.

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Westslope cutthroat trout composite broodstock

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Westslope cutthroat trout populations in Alberta have become highly fragmented and exist at very low densities, occupying only a small portion of their historic range. This fact sheet describes... More ≫

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Westslope cutthroat trout populations in Alberta have become highly fragmented and exist at very low densities, occupying only a small portion of their historic range. This fact sheet describes the use of composite broodstock in stocking programs to aid recovery efforts. Composite broodstock are hatchery raised fish that originate from genetically diverse populations within the species native range.

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Whirling disease caused by Myxobolus cerebralis

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One-page infographic providing an overview of whirling disease in Alberta.

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Whirling disease in Alberta : misunderstandings debunked

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Questions and misconceptions about whirling disease are identified and addressed.

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A third party scientific review of Alberta Environment and Park’s North Central Native Trout Recovery Program

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The primary goal of this review of the North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is to review the scientific foundations for the proposed angling closures in upper portions of select watersheds,... More ≫

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The primary goal of this review of the North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is to review the scientific foundations for the proposed angling closures in upper portions of select watersheds, and habitat enhancements of river reaches in some rivers and streams in the East Slopes. The report is the first of two third-party science reviews completed by the Fisheries Stakeholder Advisory Committee and submitted to the Office of the Chief Scientist, Alberta Environment and Parks.

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Watershed assessment : North Central Native Trout

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Presents results of watershed assessments conducted in areas covered by the North Central Native Trout Recovery Program, which include the Kakwa River, Berland River, North Saskatchewan River,... More ≫

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Presents results of watershed assessments conducted in areas covered by the North Central Native Trout Recovery Program, which include the Kakwa River, Berland River, North Saskatchewan River, Clearwater River, and Upper Red Deer River watersheds. Watershed assessments provide information used to set appropriate fishing regulations, to understand and correct problems with fish habitat and to guard against invasive species.

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Fall Creek reclamation project : North Central Native Trout Recovery Program

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The North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is a long term initiative to recover native trout and whitefish in the central and northern East Slopes of Alberta. The Government of Alberta and... More ≫

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The North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is a long term initiative to recover native trout and whitefish in the central and northern East Slopes of Alberta. The Government of Alberta and Trout Unlimited Canada completed an extensive reclamation project on Fall Creek to prevent large erosion events that posed a serious threat to the bull trout population.

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Rocky Creek reclamation project : North Central Native Trout Recovery Program

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The North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is a long term initiative to recover native trout and whitefish in the central and northern East Slopes of Alberta. The Government of Alberta and... More ≫

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The North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is a long term initiative to recover native trout and whitefish in the central and northern East Slopes of Alberta. The Government of Alberta and Trout Unlimited Canada initiated an extensive reclamation project on Rocky Creek to prevent large erosion events and fish stranding that posed a serious threat to the bull trout population

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Where is whirling disease in Alberta? [poster]

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This information poster includes a map displaying whirling disease decontamination zones in Alberta. Whirling disease causes mortality and deformities in salmonid fish including trout and whitefish.

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North Central Native Trout Recovery Program : Kakwa River

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The North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is a long term initiative to recover native trout and whitefish in the central and northern East Slopes of Alberta. This two-page fact sheet... More ≫

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The North Central Native Trout Recovery Program is a long term initiative to recover native trout and whitefish in the central and northern East Slopes of Alberta. This two-page fact sheet presents the fisheries management objective for the Kakwa River watershed as part of the recovery program, and states the management actions and next steps to be undertaken to help meet this objective.

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