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Evan Stafford

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Evan Stafford Projects

Catawba River Flow and Access Restoration (SC)

On August 11th, 2006, American Whitewater joined a group of 70 organizations, agencies, and individuals in signing... [read more]

Cheoah River Flow and Access Restoration (NC)

American Whitewater began investigating the whitewater potential of the Cheoah River in 1999, and advocated for a... [read more]

Tuckasegee Flow and Access Restoration (NC)

The Tuckasegee relicensing has radically improved recreational opportunities along 35 miles of the Class II main Tuck,... [read more]

Nantahala Flow and Access Restoration (NC)

The Nantahala is one of the most popular whitewater rivers in the nation and the world. Forgiving... [read more]

Tallulah Gorge Flow and Access Restoration (GA)

The Tallulah Gorge was the honeymoon capitol of the south at the turn of the century. Large... [read more]

Nolichucky Wild and Scenic Designation (TN/NC)

The mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee have hundreds of dams, yet only a handful of protected... [read more]

North Carolina Forest Planning

Western North Carolina is home to the highest mountains in the eastern US, abundant rainfall, globally significant... [read more]

Chattooga Headwaters Access (NC)

Table of Contents American Whitewater Chattooga Project Summary Forest Service Process Paddlers' Litigation Against the Forest Service... [read more]

Kevin Colburn Articles

Stewarding Our Public Lands and Waters Requires a Workforce

During his first term, President Trump signed two major conservation laws. In 2019, the John D. Dingell,... [read more]

Grant Funding Freeze Creates Uncertainty for River Projects

Federal grants play an important role in amplifying the membership contributions and donations that sustain American Whitewater’s... [read more]

Protect America’s Outdoor Heritage

The American system for preserving public lands and supporting its citizens' access to them has been the... [read more]

Support Colorado River Access with a Night of Films

Join American Whitewater and the Roaring Fork Kayak Club for a night of river films, including, River... [read more]

Comment Period Extended – Weigh in on Grand Canyon Fees and Management Today!

Update! In response to efforts from American Whitewater and our partners, Grand Canyon National Park has extended... [read more]

West Rosebud Creek Releases Now Scheduled and More Reliable (MT)

American Whitewater and our affiliate club, Beartooth Paddlers have worked with the power company and other stakeholders... [read more]

Speak Up for Strong Permits for Nolichucky River Work

State and federal agencies in both North Carolina and Tennessee are in the process of issuing permits... [read more]

Comment on Proposed Management Plan for Flathead River Forks (MT)

The Flathead National Forest is looking to create a new river management plan for the Wild and... [read more]
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