A documentary about the fight over salmon and water in the modern west.noreply@blogger.com (www.veriscope.com)Thu, 29 Aug 2024 05:43:44 -0700Blogger http://www.blogger.com98125http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/en-usnocopyright 2006 veriscope productions LLCKlamath,salmon,veriscope,rove,whistleblower,yurok,esa,kellyA documentary about the battle over water and salmon in the western U.S.A documentary about the battle over water and salmon in the western U.S.SGJveriscope@yahoo.comSGJhttp://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2014/04/klamath-river-basin-pact-ends-decades.htmlbattle for the klamathdocumentaryklamath damsklamath documentaryklamath riversalmonsettlementwater warsMon, 21 Apr 2014 11:30:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-1274977227088614729From the Environment News Service: The historic agreement is signed by key players in the region, but a sizable hurdle remains -  it doesn't become permanent until it is fully funded, and that will require federal money. That's not so easy these days, especially for as controversial a project as this.0Klamath Falls, OR, USA42.224867 -121.781670442.036673 -122.10439389999999 42.413061000000006 -121.4589469veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2013/12/tentative-agreement-signed-in-klamath.htmlbattle for the klamathklamathklamath damsklamath riverklamath settlementMon, 9 Dec 2013 12:17:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-3830076738685127701From AP: Another strong step in settling the Klamath water wars: "Gov. John Kitzhaber and representatives of the Obama administration have signed a breakthrough agreement for sharing scarce water in the Upper Klamath Basin, where irrigation was shut off to ranchers last summer after the Klamath Tribes exercised newly awarded water rights to protect fish." 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2013/08/feds-to-supplement-klamath-river-with.htmlbattle for the klamathBORfish killklamath documentarysalmonThu, 8 Aug 2013 10:18:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-6497074708719754284The BOR is releasing water from the Trinity River into the Klamath to try and prevent a disaster like the 2002 fish kill or a disease outbreak. The cooler water will be released as salmon start to move up the Klamath and will continue through September. Article here.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2013/06/here-we-go-again.htmlbattle for the klamathbiological opinionEndangered Species Actinteriorklamath damsklamath documentaryMon, 3 Jun 2013 15:04:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-5700254760972082845 Biological Opinion on Klamath Project Operations Delivered A Biological Opinion was at the heart of the last water war in the Klamath watershed and was a focus of the documentary Battle for the Klamath.  0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2013/03/after-38-years-oregon-backs-tribes.htmlbattle for the klamathEndangered Species Actklamath documentaryklamath riverklamath settlementklamath tribessuckersFri, 8 Mar 2013 10:43:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-9031532973129175646This decision could have far-ranging consequences for future water distribution in the region: "After 38 years of examining claims, Oregon has issued an order stating that the Klamath tribes hold an enforceable senior right to the water in Klamath Lake and several of its tributaries." Read the whole story here 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2013/02/report-says-dam-removal-good-for.htmlbattle for the klamathdam removaldamsdocumentaryklamathklamath damsklamath river salmonTue, 5 Feb 2013 10:08:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-4546124508932833258From the AP: " A federal report says removing four hydroelectric dams on the Klamath River in Oregon and California and restoring ecosystems will produce a big increase in salmon harvests and boost farm revenues. " The 400-page report attempts to monetize the costs and benefits of taking down the dams for the major constituents in the Klamath region, including fish, farmers, tribes and 0Iron Gate Dam, California 96044, USA41.933752 -122.4352991000000116.411717499999998 -163.7438931 67.4557865 -81.126705100000009veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2012/07/tea-party-blocks-pact-to-restore-klamath.htmlbattle for the klamathdamsklamathnew york timestea partyThu, 19 Jul 2012 07:13:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-8814681305674696591The New York Times checks in on the progress of the Klamath Dams deal and finds it stymied by local Tea Party activists. As predicted, it's much more difficult to actually breach those dams than come to an agreement about what should be done, no matter how revolutionary the coalition was that came together two years ago. Stay tuned...0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2011/09/study-klamath-dam-removal-less-costly.htmlbattle for the klamathdam removalklamath damsklamath documentarysalmonMon, 26 Sep 2011 14:40:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-4549615736184574762A new Interior Department study projects the cost of removing the four main dams on the Klamath River to be much less than anticipated and the evironmental impact, particularly for spawning salmon, to be substantial. There are still many hurdles before the dams actually come down, but this is another important step in the process. Here's the AP article.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2011/02/our-new-documentary-on-water-issues.htmldelta bluessan francisco green film festivalwater documentaryThu, 3 Feb 2011 11:09:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-1003541628157978483Delta Blues is about the fight over water, fish and farming in California's Delta and Central Valley regions. It screens March 5th at the San Francisco Green Film Festival.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2010/12/buy-battle-for-klamath-for-reduced.htmlWed, 8 Dec 2010 11:45:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-66353988933161413640veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2010/06/battle-goes-on.htmlbattle for the klamathdam removalklamathsalmonMon, 28 Jun 2010 09:05:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-3955908375705988739Here's a piece in High Country News about the continued battle in the Klamath River region. As mentioned before, removing those dams and satisfying all the stakeholders from the source of the river in Oregon to the mouth of the river in California is sure to be a long process of legal and regulatory fights. And, as in much of the West, there is just not enough water to satisfy everyone (and 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2010/02/agreement-reached-on-klamath-river.htmlklamath damsklamath documentaryklamath riversigning agreementFri, 19 Feb 2010 08:28:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-8374156856346458629 Now the tough part begins: lawsuits, environmental studies, finding the money to take down the dams and then the actual demolition of those dams. For those who haven't seen them, the dams involved are large, functional structures that have been on the Klamath River for many, many years. Bringing them down will be a monumental achievement, and if it happens, may restore one of the greatest salmon0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2010/02/lines-are-drawn-over-klamath-dam-deals.htmlbattle for the klamathklamath damsWed, 17 Feb 2010 11:14:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-7881738652520580092Interesting piece on the split between the Hoopa Valley tribe and other tribes regarding the Klamath dam deal. Same split is going on between some prominent enviro groups.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2009/09/deal-to-raze-4-klamath-dams.htmlbattle for the klamathklamath damsklamath documentarysalmonWed, 30 Sep 2009 10:54:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-1735796864026490353Can't wait to film this in 2020. Hope it stands up through the inevitable lawsuits.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2009/07/klamath-restoration-negotiations.htmlbattleklamath damsklamath settlementpacificorpWed, 1 Jul 2009 12:16:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-66792705213058717Just delayed, or is it kicking the can down the road? The longer negotiations drag on, the tougher it becomes to actually remove those dams, even with the backing of the Obama Administration. Watch PacifiCorp's comments as the September deadline approaches. Read the full article here.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2009/02/salmon-anglers-look-for-hope.htmlklamath river salmonsacramentoThu, 12 Feb 2009 07:39:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-6868939623427355413Klamath River salmon appear to on the rebound from a few years ago, as Sacramento River salmon - usually more abundant - continue to decline.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/11/another-step-in-removal-of-dams-on.htmlklamath damsremovalsalmonFri, 14 Nov 2008 08:16:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-4849923552584139417Still a long way to go, but more progress than many expected from this Administration.In twenty years, salmon may once again swim the length of the Klamath River.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/06/judge-water-board-must-review-decision.htmlWed, 18 Jun 2008 12:02:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-8762752295772873055In a recent ruling that may have broad implications for dams throughout California, Superior Court Judge Elaine Rushing has invited the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board to exercise its congressionally mandated authority to regulate water quality, a news release stated.The ruling stems from a suit filed by Klamath Riverkeeper, the Karuk Tribe and the Pacific Coast Federation of 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/05/buffett-again-rebuffs-advocates-who.htmlbuffettklamathpacificorpsalmonyurokSat, 3 May 2008 17:24:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-6793469670738173740From the AP: "American Indian tribes and salmon fisherman were rebuffed a second time Saturday in their bid to win support from billionaire Warren Buffett for a proposal to remove four hydroelectric dams from the Klamath River."The road gets tougher for the dams coming down. It's unlikely that regulators from California, Oregon and the federal government will force PacifiCorp to pull down those 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/03/yet-another-complication-in-klamath.htmlclean water actdamsklamath algaepacificorpWed, 26 Mar 2008 11:17:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-120514265795379161From Jeff Barnard of the AP: "The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has listed toxins from blue-green algae as another pollutant of the Klamath River behind the hydroelectric dams that Indian tribes, fishermen and conservation groups want removed to make way for salmon.The algae toxins in the Iron Gate and Copco reservoirs now must be considered along with other pollutants by the California 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/03/npr-story-on-klamath-dams.htmlklamath damsnprpacificorpThu, 6 Mar 2008 11:30:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-7835968198684976716NPR looks at the Klamath controversy and the possible removal of the four Klamath River dams.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/02/irrigators-clash-over-proposed-klamath.htmlklamath damsklamath settlementTue, 26 Feb 2008 16:50:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-4069699324348429950Interesting article from the California Farm Bureau about divisions within the Klamath Basin agricultural community concerning the proposed settlement agreement. More evidence that finalizing the landmark agreement faces a steep path.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/01/hope-in-klamath-basin.htmlklamath damspacificorpsettlementTue, 29 Jan 2008 11:12:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-8580473003341722394Here's an opinion piece in the Oregonian by two longtime players in the struggle over Klamath water rights and the dams (Troy Fletcher is one of the main characters in the documentary). Interesting paragraph about PacifiCorp's role:"... the proposed agreement included only commitments between the 26 parties not related to PacifiCorp and its facilities. A separate companion agreement with 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/01/deal-on-dams-on-klamath-advances.htmldamsklamathnew york timespacificorpsalmonWed, 16 Jan 2008 09:42:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-7429649307374718631The New York Times reports on the landmark $1 billion agreement between the upstream and downstream interests in the Klamath Basin. It's potentially a milestone; just the fact that these groups with such conflicting interests were able to sit down and negotiate such a deal is remarkable. When I was doing the reporting for the documentary, I heard that the opposing groups were meeting (in secret 0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)http://battlefortheklamath.blogspot.com/2008/01/on-klamath-river-salmon-is-worth-200.htmlcaltroutklamathsalmonstienstraMon, 14 Jan 2008 17:53:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12291704.post-7210495877267825635An article in the SF Chronicle on the economic impact of sport fishing in California. Total for the California economy spent by fishermen per year: $2 billion. The full report is on www.caltrout.org.0veriscope@yahoo.com (SGJ)