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Thomas O’Keefe

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Thomas O’Keefe Projects

Virginia Stream Access Defense

It will come as no surprise to Virginia paddlers that their state’s river access laws are among... [read more]

Big Hungry River Dam Removal (NC)

In September 2011, The NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Commission (NC DENR WRC)... [read more]

South Carolina Right to Float

American Whitewater and our partners successfully defended the public right to float rivers and streams in South... [read more]

Watauga River Access Acquisition (TN/NC)

American Whitewater purchased the AW Sherwood Horine Take-out on the ultra-classic Watauga Gorge in the 1990's and... [read more]

Little River Access (NC)

Access to Triple Falls on the Little River in NC was long forbidden by private corporate ownership.... [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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