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Two commonly caught species of salmon are coho and Chinook. Anglers must be able to correctly identify the species of salmon they are trying to catch because fishing laws and seasons often change depending on the species. Along the Pacific coast, the coho salmon, which is sometimes called the silver salmon, is one of the … Read more

Fresh salmon can sit out at room temperature for about two hours before it begins to break down. In warmer temperatures, salmon should be cooked or discarded within an even shorter period of time. Salmon is one of my favorite proteins to cook and eat. In my opinion few foods beat a beautifully cooked salmon … Read more

Chinook salmon is considered by many to be the premium of the salmon bunch. Chinook salmon is also called “kings” because it has the most oil of any salmon and the softest, largest flaky skin. This fish is not only delicious, but it can also be used in a lot of different ways. Try some … Read more

It’s easy to make salmon, but hard to get it just right, whether it’s lox or smoked. The good news is that you can make salmon at home that tastes like it came from a restaurant, even if you don’t have restaurant-quality cookware or think you’re a restaurant-quality cook. Yes, whether you pan-sear, grill, or … Read more

If you want a tasty and healthy summer meal, try this recipe for a salmon sandwich! With fresh salmon fillets, a creamy dill sauce, and fresh greens, this is the perfect summer sandwich that will satisfy your cravings and make you feel full and energized. Salmon sandwiches are a tasty and healthy lunch or dinner … Read more

Salmon eggs are a prime bait for catching big trout, steelhead and salmon. Curing makes the eggs taste better and stay on the hook longer. Many anglers use borax as part of their curing recipe. However, borax is being banned in some areas due to toxicity concerns. Luckily, you can still cure juicy, fish-catching salmon … Read more

I have been canning—or jarring—salmon for the last four years. I’ve learned all of what I know from reading books and lots of practice. I’ve done it so many times that my smoked canned salmon won two blue ribbons at the Salt Spring Farmers’ Institute Fall Fair! Fish that has been vacuum-sealed and frozen can … Read more

Happy Salmon is a fun fast-paced party card game that will get everyone up and moving! The objective is to get rid of all your cards by performing fun actions and motions with other players. It’s easy to learn but challenging to master. This unique card game is perfect for family game nights parties campouts, … Read more

From breakfast to brunch and lunch to dinner, smoked salmon does it all. Learn how to serve this versatile, brain-boosting, and elegant ingredient below. Fresh salmon that has been brined or cured and then smoked in one of two ways is what smoked salmon is. Now you’re probably thinking… that’s lox right? And WHERE ARE … Read more

Many economically important fish, like Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), have their habitats changed by dams built for hydropower and other reasons. We guessed that dams on the Rogue River, the Willamette River, the Cowlitz River, and Fall Creek cooled the water in the summer and warmed it up in the fall and winter. These thermal … Read more