The Saving Salmon podcast explores the challenges facing wild Atlantic salmon, from Maine to Greenland.

The Saving Salmon podcast explores the challenges facing wild Atlantic salmon, from Maine to Greenland.

Welcome to Saving Salmon

Introducing a new podcast that investigates river systems from Maine to Greenland and the wild salmon that depend on them for survival. Bringing you a compelling blend of science and storytelling that conveys the enormous challenges wild salmon and other sea-run fish currently face.

Hosted by award-winning CBC journalist Bob Keating and wildlife biologist Kristen Noel, Saving Salmon is brought to you by Atlantic Salmon Federation, one of the oldest and most experienced organizations in the world dedicated to conserving wild salmon runs.

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Episode Excerpts

“There is something out of balance in this great river. Atlantic salmon that once drew settlers, then Presidents and rock stars to fish, are in serious trouble.

— Episode 1 - THE MIRAMICHI

“Thankfully, there are rivers that still run wild. Where watersheds are relatively unpolluted … intact”.

— Episode 7 - THE TERRA NOVA

“As a New Brunswicker I feel very close to the Miramichi and a lot of people care deeply for the watershed what is happing to the salmon Population.”

— Nathan Wilbur, Episode 2 - AN INTERVIEW WITH NATHAN WILBUR