AW in the Lower Pacific

American Whitewater’s conservation program focuses on dam relicensing and continued protection of key watersheds on public land. American Whitewater is a founding member and current Steering Committee member of the California Hydropower Reform Coalition. American Whitewater has participated in the relicensing of 22 hydro projects throughout the state. Our goals are to secure annually scheduled whitewater releases, access improvements, real time flow information and improved instream flows for river ecological purposes.

Bear River, California, Flows November 14,15, and 18 to 22, 2009

posted November 10, 2009
by Bob Center
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Nevada Irrigation District (NID) will be releasing 350 cfs into California's Bear River below Rollins Reservoir on Saturday, and Sunday, November 14 & 15. Releases will also happen from Wednesday to Sunday, November 18 to 22, 2009. NID, with the cooperation of AW, will conduct an "opportunistic flow study" to take advantage of these flows.

Fall releases on NF Feather, Poe reach (CA)

posted November 10, 2009
by Paul D. Martzen
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Boaters are getting a surprise fall boating season on the NF Feather river in California, due to dam maintainence. Poe Dam to Poe powerhouse section will have flows through November and probably into December. At the same time, a new AW online gauge has just started reporting flows in that same reach.

Mokelumne River - Boaters Needed

posted October 8, 2009
by Mick Grochol
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If you have the day off, can get the day off, have a furlough day or can even call in sick we need boaters at the October 13th EBMUD Board of Directors Meeting where they will vote to certify the Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) for their Water Supply Management Plan 2040.

Volunteers Needed for Feather River Festival

posted September 16, 2009
by Mick Grochol
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Show your support of American Whitewater and your love of the Feather River by volunteering some time at the Festival!

Feather River (CA) Release This Weekend 8/22-23 2009

posted August 20, 2009
by Mick Grochol
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There will be a whitewater release on the Rock Creek Reach of the Feather river this weekend (8/22-23).

Pit River (CA) Release Weekend of 8/29

posted August 20, 2009
by Mick Grochol
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A short note regarding summer flows on the Pit River. Releases of about 850 cfs will be happening Saturday and Sunday, August 29 & 30.

CA Governor Schwarzenegger Signs Bill; Suction Dredge Mining stopped

posted August 17, 2009
by Mick Grochol
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Governor Schwarzenegger signed into law a bill (SB 670) placing a moratorium on suction dredge mining in California. This is a huge victory for paddlers, anglers, and anyone who enjoys California's rivers.

Upcoming Feather River Festival

posted August 17, 2009
by Mick Grochol
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The 19th annual Feather River Festival (CA) will be held during the scheduled releases on Saturday and Sunday, September 26 and 27, 2009. The fund-raiser event for American Whitewater is hosted by local paddling club, the Chico Paddleheads.

Pit Releases in Jeopardy!

posted June 10, 2009
by Dave Steindorf
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has written a letter to FERC and the State Water Resources Control Board recommending that the releases on the Pit River, above the Pit 1 Powerhouse, should be canceled this summer. They cite concerns of potential impacts to Shasta Crayfish. American Whitewater was not consulted before making this recommendation and USFWS staff has stated that impacts to recreation was not a consideration. If you wish to boat the Pit this summer or in the future you need to write a letter now!

Cresta Flows Again! North Fork Feather 2009 (CA)

posted April 17, 2009
by Dave Steindorf
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After three years of waiting a new flow schedule for the Cresta reach of the North Fork Feather River has been approved by FERC. This flow shecdule is a result of colaboration between American Whitewater, PG&E and the State and Federal resource agencies. New higher base flows will begin on May 1st.

New Dam Endangers The Mokelumne River

posted March 6, 2009
by Dave Steindorf
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A new dam project is threatening the Mokelumne River. The project will have significant impacts to whitewater resources on the Mokelumne. Boaters need to act now to stop this project.

Oroville Whitewater Study

posted February 11, 2009
by Dave Steindorf
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The DWR will present its first report regarding the research conducted for the proposed whitewater park. The meeting will take place on February 18th at 3:00 p.m. at the Oroville City Council Chambers. Local boaters and businesspeople are encouraged to attend to participate and be involved with the planning and final decision.

Yuba/ Bear Whitewater Flow Study (CA)

posted May 14, 2008
by Dave Steindorf
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The Bear River will see flows this weekend as part of the relicensing flow studies for the Yuba/ Bear River Project. Come out and boat the release, fill out an online survey and let us know what you think of the run.


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November 2009

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Boating study release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Boating study release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

Bear River release
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Release 350- cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe
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Flow release 300-2000 cfs

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NF Feather: Poe Chico,CA starts 11/11/09
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Bear River release Colfax,CA starts 11/14/09
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Associated Projects

  • Conservation System
    The National Landscape Conservation System represents the crown jewels of BLM lands and rivers.
  • Roadless Areas
    Of the 192 million acres the Forest Service manages, 58.5 million is Roadless. Often located at lower elevations, Roadless Areas include scenic landscapes, ancient forests, and wild rivers.
  • Pit River
    AW's is working to restore the Pit River which is impacted by hydropower operations.
  • Yuba Bear Flow Studies
    The Yuba and Bear rivers are some of the best whitewater resources in California. We are collecting data on flows. If you boat this run please take the survey today!
  • San Joaquin
    The "Big Creek" dam relicensing on the San Joaquin River is one of AW's landmark river restoration successes in California

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