Cowichan River diversion a death trap for humans, haven for fish – The Discourse.

Cowichan River diversion a death trap for humans, haven for fish – The Discourse.

Fallen trees cover the new channel of the Cowichan River, creating deadly hazards for river users. Photo courtesy of Jeff Lewis/Ladysmith Search and Rescue. A massive diversion on the Quw’utsun Sta’lo (Cowichan River) has led to multiple search and rescue groups in the region urging recreationalists — specifically tubers — to stay away from the section of river that stretches from Little Beach to Skutz Falls. But a local river steward says that …