Planning begins on the Union River Dike Project

The project to reestablish a connection to former estuary habitat blocked by a dike along the Union River is in the planning stages.  The goal of the project is to remove sections of the dike, replace them with pile supported walkways, and keep the Theler Wetlands Trail system intact.  The project will restore estuarine habitat, and benefit salmon and many other wetland organisms.  The first planning meeting was held on July 1, 2010.  Click here to read the July 1st Meeting Minutes.  Click here to reach the Habitat page to learn more about upcoming habitat projects.

Two Salmon Camp Scholarships for Children of Veterans!

There are two full scholarship available for children of disabled or wounded veterans to attend Adventure Salmon Overnight Camp. The camp is for 6th - 9th grade students, and will be held August 10th-14th, 2010. Adventure Salmon Camp is a rare opportunity to explore and learn of the Hood Canal watershed and the life cycle of salmon. Campers get outside, explore nature, swim, kayak, learn native culture, journal, hike, and track critters. Games, storytelling, science and salmon fun are other activities available at this unique camp which develops outdoor awareness skills and fosters good stewardship. To apply for this scholarship contact Kim by email kim@hcseg.org or 360.275.7575. To learn more about Adventure Salmon Camp click here.

HCSEG is on Facebook!

Do you have a facebook?  HCSEG has joined Facebook to network with members and volunteers who want to keep up to speed on their activities.  It's a great way to learn about volunteering opportunities and see pictures of project developments.  Click on this link to view the page and become a fan of the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group!

Adventure Salmon Camp Registration is Now Open!

Salmon Camp dates have been announced. There will be two camps offered this year. The Day Camp for 4th & 5th graders will be held July 20th-22nd. The Overnight Camp for 6th-9th grade youth will run from August 10th-14th. Discounts are available for HCSEG members. There is an "early bird" discount if paid in full by May 1st.

To view the application on the website for printing and mailing click here.

For more information on Adventure Salmon Camp, follow this link.

HCSEG Annual Meeting Held & Volunteer of the Year Named!

The Annual Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation Party was held on February 6th, 2010.  Attendees got to explore the new facilities.  El Sombrero catered a delicious lunch.  Two new board members were voted in the HCSEG board.  HCSEG is pleased to welcome Tom Brown and Bruce Moran as board members!  Staff presented updates and accomplishments of 2009.  Volunteers were recognized and celebrated for all their hard work and dedication to salmon!  There were 6,585 volunteer hours logged during 2009!  There were over 200 volunteers during the year!  The Volunteer of the Year (for the third year in a row!) was Loy "Mac" McInturff.

HCSEG has New Office!

The Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group has moved to a new office located at 600 NE Roessel Road, Belfair, WA 98528.  Our doors are open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.  Come visit us soon!

HCSEG Board Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at the HCSEG office, located at 600 NE Roessel Rd, Belfair @ 6:00 PM