It’s a shame that the Department of Fisheries and Oceans has made the decision to remove the James Dam at the headwaters of DeMamiel Creek.
For the last 15 years anglers in the Sooke and Port Renfrew area have been doing their part of catch-and -release of wild coho to help maintain our local stocks. Now the DFO wants to dismantle the dam and take away a valuable water sourcewhich helps maintain sufficient water flow in the dry season for DeMamiel Creek and the Jack Brooks Hatchery which is located on the creek.
DeMamiel Creek is the main rearing ground for coho salmon that return to spawn, as well as being important to the survival of juvenile coho and trout.
People who are opposed can write to local governments: District of Sooke, Juan de Fuca Regional Director, MLA John Horgan, MP Randall Garrison and DFO. Until next time.
Keep your rod tip up!
Kiwi Magic
