Nova Scotia sport fishery in trouble as rivers dry up - News Summed Up

Nova Scotia sport fishery in trouble as rivers dry up


Nova Scotia's severe drought has claimed another victim — the province's recreational sport fishery is virtually non-existent, as rivers have dried up. "As the water levels drop, the temperature rises, of course, and that means a lack of oxygen for fish," said Avery. (Stephanie vanKampen/CBC)He says fishing clubs have a contingency plan to restock the rivers with small fish once water levels rise. On the LaHave River near Bridgewater, N.S., an area that is classified class 4-5 rapids in the spring, is now a trickle. Rock pilesRivers across the province are being described as "rock piles," with historically low water levels, according to some guides.


Source: CBC News September 24, 2016 11:00 UTC



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