Winnemem Wintu Genetic sampling Program.

The Hatchery group is assisting CSI Fish & Game in this program to identify any adult salmon that may be related to the original fish donated by this North American Indian Tribe many years ago. Spawned salmon in the Rakaia and Rangitata catchments are sampled to check a match up in their genetic code. A number of our group have so far participated and from all reports its been a worthwhile exercise. The program will run until September.

Getting the Fish & Game boat ready for the trip across Lake Heron to Mellish Stream.