Long Live the King

by Mark McGlothlin on December 3, 2013

in Salmon

Long Live the King – Official Trailer from Fly Out Media on Vimeo.

From Cory Luoma of Fly Out Media in Whitefish –

Long Live the King is a story of hope and resurgence for Alaska’s great King
Salmon fishery. Returning numbers of the fish have been dropping steadily,
and both 2012 and 2013 hit especially hard – with multiple rivers and regions
across the state seeing some of the lowest returns ever, forcing Alaska Fish
and Game officials to close or severely limit salmon fishing around the
state, including on some of Alaska’s most iconic rivers. In addition, what is
starting to seem like an all out war on salmon – mining, dams, hatcheries
and the state government are all marching forward in opposition of Alaska
treasure salmon resource. For many, this is an attack on religion, not just a
fish.

King Salmon are an icon for Alaska, and a treasured sport fish for the entire
world. Long Live the King celebrates the great homecoming of salmon to the
Last Frontier, while promoting a re-energized culture of sustainability among
salmon fishermen and women worldwide. Through inspiring imagery, explosive
fishing, emotional testimony and a tone of sustainability, respect, and
stewardship, the film breathes new life into the hearts of anglers. One goal
of this film is to boost the grassroots efforts of our conservation partners
to defend the land, waters, cultural heritage, and invaluable resources of
Alaska, including the mighty King Salmon of the Last Frontier.