In a few days the earth-moving machines will start digging. Getting to this stage has taken relentless effort, but the instream works are finally happening. This project has been made possible by years of dedication by many people to a vision initiated by the late Roderick Haig-Brown.

Haig-Brown House, now a heritage building and Bed & Breakfast, is a monument to the late conservationist.

Roderick Haig-Brown, by far BC's most famous conservationist, dreamed of restoring Kingfisher Creek in the later years of his life. Born in England in 1908, Roderick moved to North America at the age of 17. Once here, he occupied himself as a logger, trapper, and guide. Fly-fishing, however, was Roderick's true love.

By the end of his life R. Haig-Brown had authored 24 books, mostly related to fishing and nature. His writing style was always very clear, and reflected many of life's unspoken truths. Producing these stories, however, was just one of the many honourable achievements that Roderick accomplished in his 67 years. For example, he faithfully served 33 years as a provincial court magistrate; he played active roles in many conservation groups; and, in 1970, he was honoured by being appointed to the six-man International Pacific Salmon Commission. This commission was set up to help manage sockeye and pink stocks in the Fraser River.

As Roderick's consummate vision of restoring Kingfisher Creek becomes a reality, a tremendous sense of reward is felt by everyone who has, and still is, contributing to help replenish our local salmon habitat.

Top of page.