To prevent upstream passage of Northern Pike, Smith-Root has just finished supplying eleven BP-1.5 POW fish barrier pulsators to Fylkesmannen i Telemark in Norway. Smith-Root’s BP-1.5 POWs output pulsed fields of direct current (DC) that affects the muscular control in fish. The Graduated Field Fish Barrier (GFFB) is in the final process of construction to be completed by the beginning of June for the busy summer boating season. The fish barrier is being installed downstream of...

Every four years the World Council of Fisheries Societies brings together international representatives to promote cooperation in fisheries science, conservation, and management. Smith-Root’s recent expansion into the European market with Smith-Root Europe and the Australasian market with Smith-Root Australasia, provides for ideal timing for Smith-Root to participate in this well-respected meeting. Dr. Martin O’Farrell and John Browne from Smith-Root Europe and Carl Burger and...

To support the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDF&W) in their efforts to get more kids fishing and build a base for the future stewards of this resource, Smith-Root recently participated in the 13th Annual Klineline Kids Fishing Event. Klineline Pond was stocked with thousands of trout to give kids the best chance possible of experiencing the “thrill of the catch”. All fishing gear and bait was provided, and each child had the chance to catch, clean, and keep up to...