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For over a decade American Whitewater volunteers and affiliate clubs have been working to find a solution to access on the Cispus River. FERC has finally provided some guidance on how to proceed and we are actively working with other stakeholders to finally resolve one of our longest standing access issues.

Lewis County PUD has been out of compliance with their recreation plan for more than a decade with a continuing inability to provide a take-out for the Lower Cispus as required in their license. They recently submitted a plan to FERC that includes public access for individuals who can provide proof of $1 million in liability coverage. FERC is taking comments on this plan until August 15th and those with an interest in this river, a once popular beginner/intermediate float, are encouraged to comment.