Video – Easy to See Why It’s Called a Salmon “Run”

In Editor Choice, Local, Photo Gallery

At times in creeks and rivers in Port Hope and Cobourg it’s easy to tell why it’s called a salmon “run.”

On Monday, August 19, 2024 at times there were so much water spraying as the fish made their way it up the rivers it gave the appearance of a run.

The salmon also have to fight their way upstream and over obstacles along the way, but in deeper water they rest for the next batch of obstacles and rapids.

(browse through the gallery of photos)

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Video – Photo Gallery – Signs of Summer: A Busy Season Brings Changes Across Cobourg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heP_1XlZX4I Summer is in full swing in Cobourg, and with warm weather drawing thousands of people to the waterfront, there

Read More...

Video – Photo Gallery – Fair Jeanne Bids Farewell to Cobourg After Memorable Visit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsgEGvTEoiQ The tall ship Fair Jeanne spread her sails and departed Cobourg Harbour on Wednesday morning after spending several days

Read More...

Video – Cobourg By-Law Issues Notice to Vacate After Items Left in Victoria Park

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omUtP7QZ17Q A Cobourg by-law officer issued two Notices to Vacate after a number of unattended items were found in Victoria

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu