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Thomas O’Keefe

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Thomas O’Keefe 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

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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