The following is a press release from Tillamook Bay Watershed Council and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership:

Have you ever wondered what makes a rainbow trout become a "steelhead? Have you ever caught a glimpse of steelhead swimming and spawning in the wild? These incredible ocean-going trout are among the most revered game fish in the world, and they attract thousands of anglers to Tillamook Countys rivers every year. Steelhead are also one of the most beautiful and interesting inhabitants of our rainforest environment. This coming weekend offers a rare chance to learn about these fascinating fish on a special steelhead ecology hike along Tillamook's spectacular Kilchis River. Join naturalists from the Tillamook Bay Watershed Council (TBWC) and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership (TEP) as they lead hikers along sections of the Kilchis, looking for spawning pairs of steelhead, and discussing aspects of steelhead biology and behavior. Registration is free and required for this event, and will be limited to 20 people.

"Explore Nature" is a series of hikes, walks, paddles and outdoor adventures hosted throughout Tillamook County by a coalition of conservation organizations. These meaningful, nature-based experiences highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the areas natural resources and natural resource-based economy. Explore Nature is partially funded by the Economic Development Council of Tillamook County and Visit Tillamook Coast.

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Famous fish the focus of 'steelhead ecology' hike - Tillamook Headlight-Herald