
OUR TEAM
COOS BASIN COHO PARTNERSHIP

A COOS COLLECTIVE
MEET THE COOS BASIN COHO PARTNERSHIP
The Coos Basin Coho Partnership is a collaborative force leading the charge for Coho conservation in our region. With representation from tribal, state, federal, non-profit, and private sectors, our team of 15 members united to craft the Strategic Action Plan (SAP) for Coho salmon recovery in the Coos watershed. This comprehensive plan maps out long-term strategies spanning the next 25 years, aimed at ensuring the sustainability of our coastal Coho salmon population.
By prioritizing the support of working agricultural lands and enhancing ecological conditions for Coho, we strike a balance between local economic needs and salmon restoration efforts. Fueled by a rich history of tribal stewardship and partnerships, we are driven by the collective efforts of our allies, advocates, and collaborators dedicated to the well-being of our salmon and coastal habitats.

Salmon recovery requires action at all levels of government and by all stakeholders to be effective.
Partnerships among federal, state, local, and tribal entities, together with non-governmental and private organizations, are key to restoring healthy salmon runs and ensuring the cultural, economic, and environmental benefits they provide.
- NOAA Fisheries
OUR PARTNERS
A COOS COLLECTIVE
OUR EXPERTS
This partnership encompasses our entire community; Coho is our fish and this is our place that all of us call home. Together, our teachers, landowners, fishers, young learners, scientists, visitors, leaders, recreation enthusiasts, volunteers, experts and neighbors are the Coos Basin community.
Thank you to these representatives featured on this site:
Haley Lutz
Executive Director
Coos Watershed Association

Helena Linnell
Environmental Biologist & Planner
COQUILLE INDIAN TRIBE

Gary Vonderhoe
Assistant District Fish Biologist
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

DAN DRAPER
Restoration Project Manager
Coos Watershed Association

Allison Tarbox
Restoration Project Manager
Coos Watershed Association

Meagan Abele
Monitoring Program Manager
Coos Watershed Association

Ed Cope
Plants Program Manager
Coos Watershed Association

Steve Colberg
Landowner & Contractor
COOS BAY, OR
