Join us for an entertaining and informative evening to learn more about the history and future of wild trout conservation and management. The program will be comprised of two presentations:

Grandfather’s Trout- Grandkid’s Dreams: A Journey In Time. Lorne Fitch will provide a retrospective look at past ecosystems and the presence, abundance, and distribution of native fish populations. This presentation uses archival images and information to paint a picture of the slippery hordes of native fish in the past. By reviewing what was, perhaps we can see what can be. Lorne is a Professional Biologist, a retired Alberta Fish & Wildlife Biologist, adjunct professor and accomplished author of several books.

Interpreting Fisheries Conservation through a Variety of Perspectives. Michael Sullivan’s talk looks at issues of native fish conservation in Alberta as a tapestry with pieces coming from western science and Indigenous Traditional Knowledge. This presentation will highlight the value of looking at common problems from different perspectives, and using those different world views to take meaningful action. Michael is a Canadian fisheries biologist with a wealth of experience at the Government of Alberta and is an adjunct professor at several Canadian universities.

The event is co-hosted by the Yukon Science Institute, Yukon University and the Yukon Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Trust with generous sponsorship from the Government of Yukon and Air North​.

Free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:15