Chelan Gorge Whitewater Paddling

posted July 8, 2009
by Thomas O'Keefe
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The Chelan Gorge Recreational Releases present whitewater boating opportunities that will be available for two weekends this July. American Whitewater has invested more than a decade of effort into bringing this opportunity to the paddling community of the Pacific Northwest, and we are excited to kick off the first weekend of releases. All paddlers considering this run need to carefully evaluate their skill level and understand that continued access to this river and the opportunity depends on our ability to safely enjoy it.

New Hydropower License for Chelan Gorge (WA)

posted November 11, 2006
by Thomas O'Keefe
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Federal regulators have just issued a new license for the Chelan Hydroelectric Project. This new license will restore flows for the benefit of fish and paddlers in one of Washington State's most scenic river canyons.

CHELAN GORGE UNPLUGGED

posted October 27, 2000
by John Gangemi
On July 8, 9, 10, 2000, a team of six kayakers made the first descent of the Chelan Gorge in Washington. This was more than an adventurous first descent--this was an attempt to restore whitewater opportunities to the Gorge. The endeavor showcased whitewater kayakings attributes to the local community creating promise for future releases.

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