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Leading UK conservation charity on a mission to restore wild Atlantic salmon and their environment. #WildSalmonFirst atlanticsalmontrust.org

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A Watershed Moment - River Deveron Dam Removal
YouTube video by Atlantic Salmon Trust A Watershed Moment - River Deveron Dam Removal

NEW VIDEO - River Deveron dam removal as part of Project Deveron in partnership with the Deveron, Bogie & Isla Rivers Charitable Trust.

Watch it at youtube.com/watch?v=37aS...

Supported by the European Open Rivers Programme and Chivas Brothers' The River Within.

23.01.2026 11:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ„ Merry Christmas from all of us at the Atlantic Salmon Trust πŸŽ„ - to our supporters, donors, sponsors and project partners - and of course to our beloved wild Atlantic salmon! 🐟

24.12.2025 14:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎁 A GIFT FOR WILD SALMON 🎁

Any donation sent to us via the Big Give Christmas Challenge over the next week is automatically doubled! No matter how large or small your donation might be, this is a great way to scale up your support. 🐟

Donate today at donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

03.12.2025 10:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐟 DOUBLE YOUR DONATION 🐟

Want to continue supporting us this festive season? We're taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge, launched today, where every donation, no matter how small, is doubled! - but only until 9th December.

Donate at πŸ‘‰ donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

02.12.2025 17:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰ THANK YOU! πŸŽ‰

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors and bidders, we're delighted to report that our 2025 fundraising auction raised over Β£97,000 to support our vital work to restore wild Atlantic salmon and their environment.

02.12.2025 11:18 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⏰ 1 WEEK TO GO! ⏰

There's just one week left to bid in our 2025 fundraising auction. Don't miss out!

Visit astauction.org to explore 95 incredible lots - all in support of vital restoration work to secure a future for wild salmon and wild places.

Our auction closes at 9pm Sunday 30th November.

23.11.2025 14:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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FrΓΆdinflies Donates €50,000 to the Atlantic Salmon Trust - The Atlantic Salmon Trust We are delighted to announce that, FrΓΆdinflies, the Scandinavian fly fishing brand known for its dedication to sustainable angling, is donating €50,000Β to the Atlantic Salmon Trust to support restorat...

🐟 FRΓ–DIN FLIES SUPPORTS UK WILD SALMON RECOVERY EFFORTS 🐟

Read the full story to find out more.

atlanticsalmontrust.org/frodinflies-...

19.11.2025 12:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⏰ 2 WEEKS TO GO! ⏰

Visit astauction.org

Our 2025 Auction ends at 9pm on Sunday 30th November. Don't miss your chance to bid on 94 incredible lots - 94 ways that YOU can make a difference for wild Atlantic salmon. 🐟

17.11.2025 12:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Planning next year's holiday?

View our 2025 Auction's relaxing retreats at πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/auction2025-...

Kick back, relax and enjoy a stunning staycation with friends and family - all while supporting our work to restore wild Atlantic salmon! 🐟

10.11.2025 19:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlantic Salmon Trust Auction 2025 | Powered by Givergy Bid on exclusive money can't buy items & experiences with The Atlantic Salmon Trust. Enter into one of our charity auctions, prize draws or buy exclus

Browse and bid at πŸ‘‰ astauction.org

05.11.2025 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐟 Bid for the wild! Our 2025 Auction is live until the end of the month β€” with 90+ incredible lots waiting for you.

Every bid supports work to restore wild Atlantic salmon and the places they live. Click the link in the comments to get browsing! πŸ‘‡

05.11.2025 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Scottish Government needs to take urgent action to save Scotland’s waterβ€” a vital resource that sustains us and many important wildlife habitats. πŸ’§πŸš°

Our "Restoring scotland's waters" report calls for a stronger River Basin Management Plan for 2027.

Read report: www.scotlink.org/publication/...

03.11.2025 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our teams in the field can't do it without your support. No matter the weather, they're out there carrying out the essential research and restoration work required to give wild Atlantic salmon a future.

Bid in our auction at astauction.org and help drive us forward. πŸ’ͺ

02.11.2025 09:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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MEET OUR GUEST SPEAKERS - remarkable individuals who are helping to turn the tide for wild Atlantic salmon and their habitats. 🐟

Event info and booking link πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/curzon-2025

31.10.2025 09:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Every bid in our 2025 Auction helps drive action for wild Atlantic salmon and their environment.

Bid now at πŸ‘‰ astauction.org and help drive us forward.

28.10.2025 10:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐟 EVENT BOOKING NOW OPEN 🐟

Book tickets at πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/curzon-2025

Join us for Turning The Tide at the Curzon Mayfair, London, on Thursday 27th November.

Join the Atlantic Salmon Trust and our guest speakers to see how, together, we’re making change happen - and why it matters.

26.10.2025 18:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⭐ VIEW OUR STAR LOTS ⭐

Visit bit.ly/star-lots-2025 to browse the Top 10 seriously special lots in this year's auction, including top tier fishing and sporting trips and even a ski holiday!

We can't continue our work to restore wild Atlantic salmon without your support. Every bid matters. πŸ’ͺ

22.10.2025 09:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎣 FANTASTIC FISHING LOTS 🎣

Our 2025 Auction features some incredible fishing experiences across the UK and as far as Norway. Browse them all at πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/fishing-lots... and place a bid to help support wild Atlantic salmon recovery.

20.10.2025 08:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰ Our 2025 Auction is now LIVE! πŸŽ‰

Bid on over 80 spectacular lots at astauction.org

Every bid counts - your support matters!

The auction runs online at astauction.org and closes at 9pm on Sunday 30th November.

18.10.2025 08:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⏰ Not long to go now! Our 2025 Auction goes live at astauction.org tomorrow at 9am UK time. ⏰

We're really excited to share this year's offering with you all!

Bidding in our auction is a great way to support our work, as well as giving you the chance to get your hands on one of our amazing lots!

17.10.2025 11:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐟 SAVE THE DATE 🐟

Want to join us in London later this year? Our Curzon Cinema event will be held on the evening of Thursday 27th November.

Stay tuned - more event and booking information will be released next week!

16.10.2025 08:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’ 2025 Auction goes LIVE this Saturday! πŸ“’

Want to support our essential research and restoration work to help restore wild Atlantic salmon and their environment? Be sure to bookmark astauction.org and get set for this weekend! Every bid makes a difference.

14.10.2025 10:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Statement on Loch Linnhe farmed salmon escape - The Atlantic Salmon Trust This week news emerged that an estimated 75,000 farmed salmon had escaped from a MOWI operated open pen salmon farm located in Loch Linnhe. This escape presents a grave risk to wild salmon on the west...

The aquaculture industry, regulators and the Scottish Government MUST DO BETTER

Read our statement on the recent Loch Linnhe farmed salmon escape at atlanticsalmontrust.org/statement-on...

08.10.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰ Big River Watch starts today!

After a summer of challenging weather, it's time to check in on our rivers.

πŸ“±Download the Big River Watch app
⏱️Spend just 15 minutes by the river
πŸ‘€Share what you see in a survey

You've got until 25th of September to take partπŸ’™

theriverstrust.org/big-river-watch

19.09.2025 08:16 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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West Coast Tracking Project shortlisted for 2025 Nature of Scotland Awards - The Atlantic Salmon Trust We are delighted to report that the West Coast Tracking Project, a partnership between the Atlantic Salmon Trust, Fisheries Management Scotland, and the Scottish Government's Marine Directorate, has b...

πŸ“’ West Coast Tracking Project shortlisted for 2025 Nature of Scotland Awards πŸ“’

Find out more at atlanticsalmontrust.org/west-coast-t...

#natureofscotlandawards

18.09.2025 10:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A quick stop off for the team at Falls of Shin on our way to Project Laxford meant a great opportunity to catch some leaping salmon action. πŸ“Έ

Where's your favourite place to spot a leaping salmon?

Β© Atlantic Salmon Trust

19.08.2025 08:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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SIGN UP for Atlantic Salmon Trust news Be the first to hear news about our work to restore wild Atlantic salmon, the latest stories from our blog, and upcoming events and ways to get involved.

Did you catch our latest newsletter? Sign up for email updates at bit.ly/ast-signup

Our July 2025 update covers:

⛏️ Project Deveron dam removal
🐟 2024 sonar fish counts for Laxford and Deveron
πŸŽ₯ Upcoming YETI film
πŸ’₯ Charity Clay Shoot roundup
πŸ₯ƒ Tamdhu Speyside whisky collaboration

22.07.2025 10:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Project Laxford and Project Deveron 2024 returning adult salmon counts - The Atlantic Salmon Trust We are pleased to be able to publish the 2024 sonar fish counter information from the Core Rivers programme - Project Laxford (a partnership with Grosvenor's Reay Forest Estate) and Project Deveron (a...

🐟 How many salmon ran the Laxford and Deveron last year? 🐟

Read the full story at atlanticsalmontrust.org/core-rivers-...

17.07.2025 07:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sportfish Rivers Month: Protecting & Improving Our Rivers Join us for Sportfish Rivers Month – a celebration of the UK's beautiful rivers and a commitment to protecting them for future generations. Discover inspiring stories, expert fishing advice, and how y...

🐟 SPORTFISH RIVERS MONTH 🐟

We're proud to be supporting Sportfish Rivers Month this July, along with other conservation organisations working to protect and restore our freshwater environments - critical for wild Atlantic salmon, trout and many other species.

www.sportfish.co.uk/blog/sportfi...

11.07.2025 11:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Raise a glass of Tamdhu and support wild salmon conservation!
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For every bottle sold of this special 12YO Tamdhu Speyside whisky, a donation goes to the Atlantic Salmon Trust supporting our work to conserve and restore wild Atlantic salmon.

Order yours at www.waitrose.com/ecom/product...

09.07.2025 09:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0