Save Our Saluda supports South Saluda River Trout Restoration Project
The trout restoration project will greatly enhance the aquatic habitat and WILL decrease riverbank erosion with the startegically placed rock vanes that channel the force of the water away from the river banks. Just drive a few miles down Hwy #11 to the Middle Saluda River and exam the highly successful river restoration project across from the bear carver's shop. Also take the time to talk with the landowmer. Mr.Nicollette will be happy to show you how the riverbanks along his property have been saved with the use of rock vanes. He welcomes the public to his riverbanks to fish and his litter problem has now greatly decreased because the river users want to help keep the river clean.
The trout habitat restoration project planned for the South Saluda River is a win-win for the river, the aquatic creatures, the property owners all along the river and the public at large. The fact that some landowners do not want to accept is that the South Saluda is a state navigable water and it is the public's right to use this river for fishing, boating, or swimming. Public access points on the conservation owned property will allow river use without the need to trespass on private property. The project plans include the closure of the current"offroad" access trails along Hwy#11 by placement of barriers at these locations. This will greatly decrease the erosion at these sites which is a source of sediment pollution into the river. SOS is about protecting our rivers. We promote the responsible use of our rivers. Teach people the importance of a healthy river and how river recreation can enhance their health and they will help in protecting our limited river resources.
