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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved the first installation of a hydrokinetic device at an existing FERC-licensed hydroelectric project, to be located on the Mississippi River in Hastings, Minn.   Hydrokinetic devices generate electricity from waves or directly from the flow of water in ocean currents, tides or inland waterways. This marks the first time that FERC has approved the installation of a hydrokinetic device at an existing project, where it will generate power into the nation’s electricity

Earlier today Outdoor Alliance submitted testimony to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. This week the committee held a hearing Regarding Investments in Clean Energy and Natural Resources Projects and Programs to Create Green Jobs and Stimulate the Economy (SD-366). Outdoor Alliance testimony provided specific recommendations on activiities that could be priortized as part of an economic stimulus package that invests in public lands. These include Forest Service road maintenance and removal, recreational infrastructure improvements, and field staff for

Good news: your chance to win a brand new Dagger Kayak in AW’s "Invest in AW and Win" drive has been extended until Dec. 31st!   To celebrate the many accomplishments that AW has achieved over the last year, AW has teamed up with Dagger to reward those members who go the extra mile in supporting American Whitewater’s mission.   To win, you only have to do two things: Be a current AW Member Have donated $5 or more beyond

The North Cascades region represents one of the world’s most spectacular destinations for whitewater paddlers with over 150 recognized runs on rivers and creeks that span an impressive diversity of landscapes. From the snowmelt rivers that flow east through arid areas to the rivers that flow west through temperate rainforests, paddlers of all skill levels from beginners to the world’s top experts can all find something to enjoy. Paddlers are attracted to the region for the year-around paddling season and

Denver, CO — Earlier today Governor Ritter announced that the State of Colorado secured a vital delay that prevents the Forest Service’s rush to implement a new management plan for the state’s pristine backcountry roadless areas. These landscapes represent some of the most outstanding recreational assets of the intermountain West attracting visitors from around the world. These visitors contribute an estimated $10 billion to the state’s economy and provide jobs for over 100,000 residents of the state. This past fall,

UPDATE: Deadline extended to Dec. 31st!   Your donations to AW in 2008 may have been the best investment you made all year. Your support has yielded new protections and access for many rivers plus flow restoration and countless beautiful days on the water for you and your paddling partners. As 2008 comes to a close we ask that you consider making an additional, tax deductible, donation to American Whitewater beyond your regular membership dues. Plus, to emphasize the value

American Whitewater would like to recognize Doug Ammons of Missoula, MT as our December Volunteer of the Month.   Many whitewater enthusiasts know of Doug for his extensive accomplishments in the cockpit of a kayak. His paddling adventures are a dream list of world-class, big-water descents all over the world. Including the only solo descent of the Grand Canyon of the Stikine in British Columbia.   American Whitewater members may also recognize Doug from his numerous and very popular contributions

The Nov/Dec issue of the journal is now online for all registered AW members!    In this issue you’ll find stewardship updates on the Tuckasegee and Susquehanna Rivers. It also features a number of articles that touch on the issue’s main topic of Paddling the Unknown including a trip all the way to the Karnali River in Nepal.   You can check out the journal online at:   http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Journal_index_issue_6_year_2008_   However, you must be logged in to the AW website

This December 8th-24th KEEN will donate $5 to American Whitewater for each purchase made in their Hybrid.Shop online using the code KEENAW. What’s more, this offer is open to anyone, AW member or not, who shops at Keen’s Hybrid.Shop online. That means that you, your friends and your family can all support American Whitewater’s mission when they purchase from Keen. At the end of the holidays, Keen will tally how many people made purchases using our AW promo code. If