Analytics and Rivers
What is The Freshwater Trust doing here?
Before The Freshwater Trust (TFT) broke ground on our first projects in the Rogue River basin, our work started with analytics and data analysis using our patented StreamBank® Toolkit.
Our regional partners, the cities of Ashland and Medford, had key goals for conservation efforts, including protecting fish habitat. By examining the river, gathering data points, and running analyses through our analytic toolkit, TFT identified and prioritized project sites along the Rogue River and connected tributaries that would deliver the most significant benefits for protecting and restoring fish habitat.
Why is this important?
Fish are like the canary in the coal mine — when they go, that’s when you know the river is in danger. As native fish species struggle to survive and breed in rivers, populations drop. Without those fish, everything dependent on them for food, including wildlife and humans, suffers.
If fish struggle to survive, it’s a key indicator of poor water quality, which is significant in the Rogue since it provides drinking water for more than 200,000 people in Oregon. Making the river healthier for the fish and for ourselves helps the local economy and protects the environment.
How can you support these efforts?
One key way to support our efforts is through donations. TFT ensures that every dollar you give delivers measurable results that will make a difference in a timeline that matters. You can make a one-time gift or become a regular monthly donor today.
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Want to take a deeper dive?
Check out these resources to learn more about TFT analytic tools and our work throughout the Rogue River basin.
