One of the primary functions of this program is the collection of biological data.  The data collected includes:  the number of salmon and grilse that travel the Nepisiguit River, whether the salmon/grilse is wild or adipose clip (born in a hatchery), the sex of the salmon/grilse, and the total length of the fish.  Data concerning other fish that travel the Nepisiguit River is also documented.  The data provides an estimate of the survival rate of the adipose clip salmon/grilse and compares the yearly return of both adipose clip and wild salmon/grilse.

One of the partners identified above is the Charlo Hatchery.  The Salmon Enhancement Program provided the hatchery with both male and female salmon; these salmon must be healthy and of good weight (approximately 10 lbs and up).  The salmon transported to the hatchery are referred to as brood stock.  Sperm and eggs are taken from the salmon and the parent salmon are later released.  The eggs are then fertilized at the hatchery.  Once hatched, the fry (young fish) are released into the river system.

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