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Thomas O’Keefe Projects

Hoosic River Flows & Access (NY)

On June 10 & 11, 2003, a flow study was conducted by American Whitewater with the cooperation... [read more]

Moose River Relicensing (NY)

New York's Moose River was first run in 1977 or 1978 and was shortly thereafter threatened by... [read more]

Boundary Creek Defense (ID)

Boundary Creek is a premiere creek run located in the Panhandle of Northern Idaho, and also is... [read more]

Upper Yough Releases (MD)

A new permit issued In April of 2007 by the Maryland Department of the Environment instituted a... [read more]

Restoring the White Salmon River and Enhancing Opportunities to Enjoy the River (WA)

Working closely with partner organizations, American Whitewater has played a leading role in stewardship projects addressing both... [read more]

Upper Yough Access (MD)

The Upper Youghiogheny River in western Maryland has long been a premier destination for whitewater paddlers on... [read more]

Cuyahoga Restoration (OH)

For many paddlers and river advocates, the story of the Cuyahoga River has been one of persistence... [read more]

Snake River Restoration (ID, OR, WA)

Encompassing 250,000 square miles, the Pacific Northwest’s Columbia and Snake River system represents a vast network of... [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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