Conservation
Every cast connects us to something worth protecting.
We believe conservation is baked into the experience of being a responsible angler. At Crow Creek, conservation isn’t a separate effort, it’s who we are and what we stand for. From river clean ups to restoration projects, we’re proud to work with partners who protect the waters we fish.
As a Trout Unlimited endorsed fly shop and guide service, we take our responsibility to the land and water seriously. Whether you’re out on the river with a trash bag, having conversations, or casting your vote, it all matters.
Small actions create big change. Join us in protecting the places we love and check out our calendar for upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Check out some conservation projects we participate in.
The Riffle Effect
We don’t just talk about conservation, we create our own Riffle Effect.
White Salmon Project
The Condit Dam once blocked the White Salmon River, preventing wild steelhead and coho from returning to their native waters. Since its removal in 2012, these fish are making their way back for the first time in over a century. The project supports data collection and community-led surveys to help track and protect their recovery.
Photo by TJ WestreTeanaway Community Forest Aquatic Restoration
Covering over 80 square miles, the Teanaway Community Forest is home to nearly 400 miles of free-flowing streams. Decades of logging and other land use left their mark, but restoration efforts are bringing life back to the watershed. Upcoming projects in 2026 and 2028 will keep that momentum going. Learn more and support their efforts.
Photo by WA Department of Natural Resources
Keep Fish Wet
How we handle fish matters.
At Crow Creek, we follow the Keep Fish Wet principles. These are three simple, science-backed ways to minimize harm and protect the fish we love:
Minimize air exposure
Eliminate contact with dry surfaces
Reduce handling time
Every release matters.
Learn more about these principles at the Keep Fish Wet mission.
Trout Unlimited
Trout Unlimited (TU) is a national nonprofit dedicated to restoring coldwater habitat across the country. Their world includes reconnecting streams by removing or repairing barriers like dams and culverts, restoring floodplain and instream structure, and supporting projects that rebuild degraded waterways. One way to support TU and their mission is to become a member.