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Evan Stafford

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Evan Stafford Projects

Restoring Flows to the Chelan Gorge (WA)

The Chelan Gorge is a short but spectacular section of whitewater on the east side of the... [read more]

Nooksack River Stewardship (WA)

The Nooksack River has its origins on the slopes of Mt. Baker traveling down to Puget Sound... [read more]

Protecting the Smith River, California–Oregon Border

The Smith River is one of the last major free-flowing rivers on the West Coast. Known for... [read more]

National Conservation Lands

The National Conservation Lands—a 26-million-acre collection of national monuments, wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, trails, and... [read more]

Clackamas River Stewardship (OR)

The Clackamas River is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beloved whitewater rivers—renowned for its clear water,... [read more]

Alberton Gorge Land Conservation (MT)

American Whitewater played a pivotal role early in the efforts to protect 306 acres of former Montana... [read more]

North Fork French Broad Wild and Scenic Designation (NC)

American Whitewater has been working with citizens to propose Wild and Scenic River designation for approximately 3.2... [read more]

Owyhee Canyonlands Conservation (OR)

The Owyhee River, protected as a Wild and Scenic River, is renowned among river runners as one... [read more]

Thomas O’Keefe Articles

2022 Weber Releases Scheduled (UT)

Recreational flow releases have been scheduled on the Scrambled Eggs Section of the Weber River for June... [read more]

A Big Win for River Protections in Arizona!

The Tonto National Forest in Arizona will receive robust protections for some of Arizona’s finest rivers. The... [read more]

Sign Petition to Protect Water Quality in Colorado’s Rivers!

Sign here to protect water quality in Colorado’s exceptional rivers and creeks! American Whitewater and our partners... [read more]

Southeast Advanced Release Schedule Set for 2019!

It is looking like another great year to be a paddler in the Southeast! Over the past... [read more]

2022 Recreational Releases for South Fork Silver Creek and Slab Creek (CA)

Annually, American Whitewater and Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) coordinate required recreational flows on South Fork Silver... [read more]

Full Access Restored to Eagle Creek (OR)

We’re happy to announce that the U.S. Forest Service has lifted its long-term closure of Eagle Creek... [read more]

Support Low Head Dam Inventory Legislation

Low-Head Dams dot rivers and creeks of all sizes across the country, creating hazards to paddlers and... [read more]

Limited Edition Colorado River Inspired AW Gear – Only Available Until May 15th

Show your support for American Whitewater with limited edition Planning for Rapids Returning to the Colorado River... [read more]
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