We call them Stronghold Guardians
Around the world, thousands of people have joined our movement to protect the planet’s 20 greatest strongholds—wild river systems where salmon still thrive.
We Need You
Around the Pacific Rim, wild salmon and their home rivers are under threat. Without engaged people like you, we can’t defend and restore rivers, put conservation research to work, or empower local partners at the scale needed to protect our planet’s best salmon strongholds. We have the tools, science, and strategy. Now we need you to help us build a movement big enough to meet the moment.
How to Become a Stronghold Guardian
Guardians are people like you who directly support our work to save wild salmon. You’re just as crucial to our success as our team in the field.
Donate
Donations are our most critical need at Wild Salmon Center. None of our protection work is possible without your support.
Take Action
Take the next step and write leaders who can help us secure policy wins and long-term protections.
Eat Wild
If you eat salmon, choosing wild fish when shopping is a key part of protecting these keystone species.
Explore Guardian Stories
Meet people who have taken the step to join our movement.
Artist and Activist
“Some people go to the mosque or church. I go to the Tillamook.”
Ultramarathoner
Vice President of Conservation
“Knowing you’re working to improve the world is a really powerful thing.”
Executive Assistant
Our Impact Together
With help from our Stronghold Guardians, we’ve already made a significant impact. With your help, we can achieve even more.
Million
acres of salmon habitat preserved
Rivers
managed for wild fish diversity
Miles
of streamside buffers created in Oregon
What to Expect
When you join us, you’ll get:
Opportunities to advocate for the places that matter most to you
Monthly updates on current campaigns and projects
Invites to community events and gatherings
Meet Emily
“Having come of age hearing about accelerating species and habitat loss, Wild Salmon Center’s mission reminds me that incredible wild rivers still exist, and that there’s still so much I can do to make a difference.”
— Emily Miley, Stronghold Guardian & monthly donor since 2023
"The truth of it is, you, the rivers, the fish, we're all connected. And together, we'll save one of the greatest ecosystems on Earth."
— Guido Rahr, Wild Salmon Center President & CEO