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Blasting underway for new Whitechuck River Bridge

July 17, 2008

Today through Sunday contractors will be on site to conduct blasting operations associated with the construction of a new bridge across the Whitechuck River. This bridge will replace the one washed out in the October 2003 floods and will provide access to the Whitechuck Launch on the Sauk Wild and Scenic River. Blasting is currently scheduled for Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Paddlers planning to be out on the Sauk this weekend should be aware that a safety perimeter will

Blasting underway for new Whitechuck River Bridge

July 17, 2008

Fall Flows on the South Fork Feather

July 15, 2008

The South Fork Feather River below the Little Grass Valley Reservoir will be running between October 5th and October 17th. American Whitewater has been working with South Fork Water and Power to schedule their annual reservoir draw down so that it provides an opportunity for paddlers. “Working with the folks at South Fork Water and Power has been a pleasure”, according to AW California Stewardship Director Dave Steindorf, “ they have been completely open to our input in scheduling these

Single Bladed Paddlers, We Want to Hear From You!

July 10, 2008

American Whitewater is looking for more story and photo contributions from canoeists, rafters, and C1ers. If you’ve always wished our magazine highlighted more folks who paddle like you do–with a single blade–this is your chance to make that desire a reality. Our September/October issue will feature canoes and rafts, and we hope to be able to fill it with great content. So if you typically paddle a raft or canoe, or you know people who do, please contribute. We’re

Single Bladed Paddlers, We Want to Hear From You!

July 10, 2008

Nationwide Chattooga Comments Needed

July 9, 2008

The Wild and Scenic Upper Chattooga River borders North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, and has been banned to kayaking, canoeing and rafting for over 30 years – without any basis. The US Forest Service has prepared a new Environmental Assessment (EA) of the issue that recommends maintaining the ban – once again with no basis. AW has finished our initial review of the EA and we will be filing detailed comments on the EA prior to the August 1st

Nationwide Chattooga Comments Needed

July 9, 2008

Congratulations Jeffrey Hatcher!

July 7, 2008

Help AW protect rivers here in the states and you could win a trip with Small World Adventures in Ecuador. Join or donate to be entered in the next drawing for a pair of sunglasses and the trip in Ecuador with Small World Adventures. Anyone who joins or renews their AW membership or donates at least $10 to support our river stewardship efforts will be entered in a raffle to a week long trip in Ecuador with Small

2008 Potomac Whitewater Festival – July 11-13th

July 7, 2008

Great Falls, MD and VA – July 11-13th This summer, beat the heat with a refreshing cocktail of whitewater paddling at the 18th Annual Potomac Whitewater Festival. The spectacular race over Great Falls will make your heart rush as world-class paddlers venture down the rough waters of the mighty Potomac. The Festival will also bring together paddlers of all skill levels through a number of events such as on-water clinics, the classic attainment (paddling upstream against the clock) and

American Whitewater Submits Testimony on the Future of Hydropower

July 4, 2008

American Whitewater recently submitted testimony to the Water and Power Subcommittee, Committee on Natural Resources, U.S. House of Representatives for their Oversight Hearing on “Hydropower: Providing 75% of America’s Current Renewable Energy. Exploring its Role as a Continued Source of Clean, Renewable Energy for the Future”. We presented perspectives on behalf of the paddling community on the need for a more honest review of undeveloped hydropower potential. Past reviews have presented inflated values for future hydropower development in the U.S.

American Whitewater Submits Testimony on the Future of Hydropower

July 4, 2008

American Whitewater Volunteer of the Month Presented by Kokatat

July 3, 2008

American Whitewater would like to recognize Sue and Dave Wester as our Volunteers of the Month. For many years Sue and Dave have been steadfast volunteers at both Sky Fest and Wenatchee Fest. While many volunteers have made these successful events, Sue and Dave have played key roles on organizing the behind the scenes details for each of these events. They have organized the raffles and auctions that have been the primary fundraisers at these events raising over

Raw Sewage Overflow Community Right-to-Know Act Passes House

July 3, 2008

On June 23rd, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the The Raw Sewage Overflow Community Right-to-Know Act (H.R. 2452). Currently there is no federal law requiring sewage operators to monitor for sewage releases or notify the public. American Whitewater was in Washington DC the week of June 16th to educate members of Congress on the importance of this issue to the whitewater paddling community. Whitewater paddlers have a particular interest in the issue given the fact that few people in

Raw Sewage Overflow Community Right-to-Know Act Passes House

July 3, 2008

Savage River Releases for 2008

July 2, 2008

2008 Savage River Whitewater ReleasesIn efforts to further the access of great whitewater in Garrett County, the Adventure Sports Center International (ASCI) (with the help of many local organizations and businesses), is excited to help facilitate the 2008 Savage River Releases. Currently, the tentative release schedule is as follows: Sunday, July 6; Sunday, Aug 3; Sunday, Aug 31 The release schedule will be dependent on many factors including, but not limited to, weather and temperature of the lake. Please return

AW Studies Recreational Water Needs for Colorado River

July 2, 2008

How much water is necessary to sustain kayaking and rafting on the Upper Colorado River? How do changes to flow in the Colorado River impact private kayakers and commercial rafters on our favorite stretches between Kremmling and Glenwood Springs, CO? American Whitewater is working with Federal, State, and local agencies in a collaborative process to protect the Outstandingly Remarkable recreational opportunities on sections of the Upper Colorado River managed by the US Bureau of Land Management. To ensure that recreation

Savage River Releases Announced

July 2, 2008

2008 Savage River Whitewater ReleasesIn efforts to further the access of great whitewater in Garrett County, the Adventure Sports Center International (ASCI) (with the help of many local organizations and businesses), is excited to help facilitate the 2008 Savage River Releases. Currently, the tentative release schedule is as follows: Sunday, July 6; Sunday, Aug 3; Sunday, Aug 31 The release schedule is dependent on many factors including, but not limited to, weather and temperature of the lake. Please return to

USFS Chattooga River Proposal Released

July 2, 2008

Today the Sumter National Forest released their new proposal for management of the upper Chattooga River, and an environmental assessment of their alternatives. The proposal would essentially maintain their 32 year old boating ban. Specifically, it would allow boating on only a third of the upper Chattooga, on only 6 days (really 3), only in the winter, for only 4 groups. Other sections up and downstream remain totally banned. All other uses are allowed in unlimited numbers, all year,

USFS Chattooga River Proposal Released

July 2, 2008

PG&E Flows

June 30, 2008

PG&E and AW Partnership for Gauge Information is no longer operating as of 2013. PG&E is providing flow information to the public, either through CDEC or in a few instances through Dreamflows.com The information below is outdated and no longer true. —————————————— AW and PG&E have partnered to provide gauge information, access information and scheduled releases in one spot to recreational river users. You may access the gauge data by telephone by calling: 1-866-629-3925 AW-PG&E Flow Phone

PG&E Flows

June 30, 2008

Sudden Death, Grief, and Trauma Info on the Web

June 29, 2008

The Higgins and Langley Memorial Awards in Swiftwater Rescue honor outstanding achievement in the technical rescue discipline of swiftwater and flood rescue. They are not heroism awards, but rather recognize preparedness, teamwork, and a job well done, sometimes under extreme conditions, where training is vital to the success of rescue missions, as well as the safety of rescue personnel. The awards were established in 1993 by members of the Swiftwater Rescue Committee of the National Association for Search

June 28, 2008

Upper Delaware Council Seeks to Limit Mongaup Boating (NY)

June 27, 2008

Earlier this month, the Upper Delaware Council (UDC) sent a letter asking the New York Department of Environmental Conservation to prohibit boating on the Monguap River, except on scheduled boating release days. The letter stated “We are concerned that the Mongaup River will become just another "water park ride" seven days a week if boating is not restricted.” The UDC is a coalition of representatives of several towns and townships. Their letter states concerns that “more use will necessitate

Upper Delaware Council Seeks to Limit Mongaup Boating (NY)

June 27, 2008