Even on a cold February afternoon — months before the kiteboarding season starts up — the Squamish Spit is a recreational hot spot. For years, plans have been in motion to restore salmon populations that have been disrupted by the dike. Salmon declineThe spit partially divides the Squamish estuary from the Squamish River. Chinook salmon populations have decreased since the construction of the spit, which divides the Squamish River from Howe Sound. In peak season, the Squamish Spit is one of the premier kiteboarding sites in Canada.

Source: CBC News February 28, 2021 04:07 UTC