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American Whitewater Projects

Sandy River Restoration (OR)

The removal of Marmot Dam on the Sandy River was completed in 2007, restoring the river to... [read more]

Protecting Rivers on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest (WA)

The Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forests encompass more than four million acres and are jointly managed with... [read more]

Swan River Flow and Access Restoration (MT)

In 2002 AW signed a Settlement Agreement with project owner PacifiCorp and other parties (National Park Service,... [read more]

Protecting and Restoring the Rogue (OR)

The Rogue River was among the nation's original Wild and Scenic Rivers designated in 1968. Recreational opportunities... [read more]

Skykomish Stewardship (WA)

The Skykomish River is one of the nation’s premier whitewater destinations. Rising in the high country of... [read more]

Protecting Canyon Creek (WA)

Canyon Creek is one of the most spectacular whitewater runs in southwest Washington attracting paddlers to an... [read more]

Protecting the Wild Olympics (WA)

American Whitewater is proud to be a leading partner in the Wild Olympics Campaign, a collaborative effort... [read more]

Management of the Skagit Wild and Scenic River (WA)

Beginning high in the North Cascades, the Skagit Wild and Scenic River winds down steep slopes, through... [read more]

Thomas O’Keefe Articles

Limited Edition Whatever Your Quiver AW Gear

Show your support for American Whitewater with limited edition river inspired gear! American Whitewater has partnered again... [read more]

Support Shoshone Permanency

If you’ve driven I-70 through western Colorado, you’ve likely driven by the Shoshone dam and powerhouse in... [read more]

Gore Fest 2025

After eight years of hosting Gore Fest, American Whitewater is excited to announce we fully passed the... [read more]

Illegal Mine that Ravaged the Nolichucky Put-In Blocked By Courts

Boaters once began their trips down the Nolichucky River Gorge at a US Forest Service access site... [read more]

Stand Up for River Access in Colorado!

American Whitewater needs your help to secure the right to float in Colorado. Many people are not... [read more]

New Wild and Scenic River Legislation for Montana!

On August 1st, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke introduced the Greater Yellowstone Recreation Enhancement and Tourism Act,... [read more]

Legacy Giving is Easy with Our Free Make-A-Will Program

Legacy giving through the Enduring Rivers Circle is more than philanthropy—it’s gratitude in action.Leave a lasting legacy... [read more]

Submit Your Best to the 2026 American Whitewater Calendar!

Show off your best images to the entire community by submitting photos for inclusion in the 2025... [read more]
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