Yumi and I spotted a distinct redd (nest made by spawning salmon) in Byrne Creek today, so the spawners are back! Unfortunately we didn't see any spawners, though the redd triggered a 1 - 1/2 hour search in the stretch between the confluence with John Mathews (Tag 506) up to the bottom of the stairs (Tag 521) in the ravine.
We were elated to see the redd, as we've been expecting the recent rains to trigger the final migration from the Fraser River up the creek.
It's an exciting period for streamkeepers. The final leg of the spawners' odyssey as they return from the ocean to start a new generation of fish is an affirmation of all the work we do throughout the entire year.
Posted by Paul at October 8, 2005 06:48 PM