The Last Salmon: How Alexandra Morton won her fight against salmon farms
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Alexandra Morton is a warrior and a shining light who has fought and won her battle against fish farms.  She has committed her life to saving the wild salmon in her local area of Broughton Archipelago on Canada’s pristine British Columbia coastline.     She joins Jim and Daire on the latest episode of The Last Salmon to talk about her life of activism, why everyone needs to join in the fight to save the salmon and how success like hers can be achieved.   #thelastsalmon #FighttosavetheWildSalmon For regular updates follow the show on Instagram at Instagram.com/TheLastSalmon  The Last Salmon is a new podcast hosted by renowned actor, Jim Murray, and award-winning producer, Daire Whelan, which offers hope and solutions to the tragic story that is unfolding for an iconic species in crisis - the wild Atlantic salmon. Mayfly Tactics Masterclass Mayfly time is the pinnacle for most brown trout anglers and we’re pleased to announce our next Ireland on the Fly Masterclass is focusing on mayfly tactics with international angler, guide and renowned fly tyer, Jackie Mahon. On Thursday 25th of April at 8pm, Jackie will be discussing how to make the most of the conditions, the best flies and methods to use, as well as giving his tips and insights from a lifetime of experience. To join us for this Masterclass on Thursday 25th of April just go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3138230924312556894 Tickets cost €10 and all attendees will get a copy of Jackie’s notes as well as access to the recording of the webinar afterwards. And stay tuned for our masterclasses throughout 2024, covering salmon, rivers, loughs, streamers, lures, dries – everything to make you a better salmon or trout fly angler, helping you to catch more this year and learn from the best. For more information email us on [email protected]  
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