The Sequence of a Salmon's Life
In an unprecedented move, the lifelong struggle of Atlantic salmon has been recorded on film for the first time in the North East of Scotland. After a tireless 7-year journey, self-funded by Bernard Martin and backed by local river Boards and Trusts, "To The Journey's End" premiered at Macduff Marine Aquarium on the 13th of April, 2017[3].
Intended as an educational resource, this riveting documentary is expected to be employed by schools and colleges across the region to ignite a conservation conversation among local students[4]. The film unravels the perilous journey of these resilient fish, driven by their instinct to reproduce. The narrative begins on the rugged North East coastline, where tens of thousands of seabirds have converged to breed. Meanwhile, beneath the surface, another epic migration unfolds - the return of Atlantic salmon to their native rivers in the North East of Scotland[5].
"To The Journey's End" dives headfirst into this arduous odyssey, showcasing the relentless assaults on salmon at the coast by predators like dolphins and seals. As they navigate through the estuary and into the main stem of the river, humans too become formidable adversaries.
For more insights into the project, pay a visit to: https://project-media.co.uk
[1] The importance of Atlantic salmon in Scottish rivers: https://www.scottishsalmon.com/environment/why-atlantic-salmon-are-important/
[2] The lifecycle of Atlantic salmon: https://www. wildatlanticsalmon.org/what-is-wild-atlantic-salmon/life-cycle/
[3] Official Launch of To The Journey's End: https://aaplim.com/news/to-the-journeys-end-film-launch-for-the-atlantic-salmon/
[4] Education and conservation of Atlantic salmon: https://www.salmon-trust.org.uk/our-work/education/
[5] Migratory patterns of Atlantic salmon: https://www.fishpond.com/learning-center/atlantic-salmon-spawning-runs/31284
In the documentary "To The Journey's End," environmental-science is utilized to shed light on the migration and challenges faced by Atlantic salmon, making it a valuable educational tool for students in the region. This significant learning resource, produced after seven years of dedicated research and self-funding by Bernard Martin, aims to foster discussion and conservation efforts for this resilient species.
