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Meet the streamkeepers bringing waterways back from the dead

This article is from Edition 10: The Non Adventurers
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Sam Firman
Written by Sam Firman
Published on 8th July 2021
7 min read

In Vancouver, urban creeks once declared dead are rewelcoming spawning salmon for the first time in decades. Key to this minor miracle are groups of outdoor-loving volunteers. Meet the streamkeepers.

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Sam Firman

Sam Firman

Sam is the Adventure Uncovered Editor. He's a freelance writer interested in outdoor culture, geography and social issues. He recently moved from the UK to Vancouver, for more mountain time, and spends much of his spare time sliding on snow and climbing on rocks.

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