Teva will host American Whitewater’s 50th Anniversary Gala at the Teva Mountain Games on June 5th. The event will celebrate the past 50 years of American whitewater paddling while raising funds for AW to continue protecting and restoring the nation’s whitewater rivers. To ensure that the soul of whitewater remains intact at the Gala, formal wear will be recommended and sandals will be required. The event will be held in downtown Vail, Colorado at the Lodge at Vail. Whitewater celebrities from
Oregon’s Division of State Lands notified American Whitewater that they are initiating a formal navigability study on the John Day River from Tumwater Falls (approximately River Mile 10) to Kimberly (approximately River Mile 184).The process used to determine ownership of the beds and banks of Oregon’s waterwater is governed by ORS 274.400 to 247.412 (enacted in 1995) and administrative rules OAR 141-121-0000 through 141-121-0040.The study was requested by <b>John Day River Chapter of the Northwest Steelheaders</b> in 1997 and was endorsed
AW’s 50th Anniversary Gala EventTeva will host American Whitewater’s 50th Anniversary Gala at the Teva Mountain Games on June 5th. The event will celebrate the past 50 years of American whitewater paddling while raising funds for AW to continue protecting and restoring the nation’s whitewater rivers. To ensure that the soul of whitewater remains intact at the Gala, formal wear will be recommended and sandals will be required. We hope that the entire boating community joins us in Vail, Colorado at the
Fortunately for us paddlers some individuals step up to the advocacy plate and start challenging the threats to our rivers. Kris Schmidt stepped into this role in California with advocacy work on the Kern River and Piru Creek. Both of these rivers are dewatered by hydropower projects. Kris has taken a lead role in the relicense proceedings filing comments and attending meetings. In July and again in September Kris was the point person organizing boaters, communicating with utilities and consultants for Controlled Flow Whitewater
Recently, due to budget cuts by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, many of South Carolina’s USGS river gauges were discontinued apparently without notice. After review, it has been determined that four of these gauges were used on the American Whitewater site to determine runnability of at least thirteen river reaches. These river gauges and reaches are listed below: USGS Gauge 02185200: Little River near Walhalla, SC Flat Shoal River 1 (Oconee County, House District 001, Senate District 01)
The USGS Cipus River gauge has recently been providing inaccurate readings. The problem stems from the fact that the channel recently shifted so that the gauge is no longer in an ideal location to provide accurate data particularly at low flows. Previously this gauge was located below the confluence of Yellowjacket Creek, but after the gauge was damaged during floods in early 1996, the gauge was moved 1.75 miles upstream to a site near the FR 28 Bridge. This site
For those interested in the future of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Road and the paving project, there will be a Scoping Meeting Open House that will take place on Wednesday Nov 19, 2003 from 4-8 pm at the Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Avenue S., North Bend, WA (map).Public Notice:This is the continuation of a series of public meetings being held to gain input for the improvement of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Road. A team has been assembled
It’s that time of year, time to start shopping for your holiday gift giving, and why not get a little something for yourself while you’re at it?For a limited time offer, Lotus Designs will be including a Lotus Designs T-shirt, cap and sticker free with all pruchases of the AW Sherman PFD, and all the while, AW will still recieve $50 of your purchase!So why not stop by http://www.patagonia.com/ for your holiday shopping needs and support American Whitewater in the process.
American Whitewater has teamed up with EarthBeat Records to offer our supporters a wonderful gift. Until December 31st, 2003, if you join AW as an Ender Club Member ($100), we’re offering you a FREE 20th Anniversary CD from the most revered reggae festival in the world ‘Reggae on The River.’ The CD is a compilation of songs gathered from 20 years of performances. Hear music from the CD In addition to the CD we will also include the 2003 Ender
‘Grand Visions’An Evening with American Whitewater and Slide Show of the Grand CanyonTuesday, November 18, 2003Great Pacific Iron Works235 W. Santa Clara StreeetVentura, CAJoin Risa Shimoda, American Whitewater Executive Director, for an update on the Grand Canyon Management Planning process – likely to impact the current 25+ year wait you face when applying for a non-commercial trip permit. The talk will be accompanied by a slide show of 300 images from the canyon, taken recently by outdoor photographer David Branson.This event
Announcing…the AW TALLULAH 2003 DVD!We’ll have it all, the crashes, the burns, the smooth lines, the idiots in Invaders, special interviews, rare footage of “Honey Buns” at the next door breakfast cafe, behind-the-scenes dam footage, highlights from the THING — EVERYTHING, delivered to your doorstep by Christmas for only $5 for new and renewing AW members at the Tallulah. Regular price: $15/members and $35 for non-members. Get them while they last! For more info, e-mail sutton@suttonbacon.com
We have great news!This week American Whitewater has been working with other national organizations including American Rivers to successfully protect the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The Act was threatened by a provision in the Senate version of the EPW T-3 Transportation Bill (SAFTEA). The Bill, which was being considered by the Environment and Public Works’ Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee, would have authorized the construction of bridges and bridge crossings through scenic portions of Wild and Scenic Rivers by removing them from the
American Whitewater and Lotus Designs have joined forces to offer an AW Spectra Throwbag. This bag combines all of the strength properties of spectra with the floatability and visability of a nylon shell. Each bag is yellow and red with the AW logo prominently displayed. The rope is 3/8″ diameter and 80′ in length.Each bag is only $68.00 and ALL proceeds go to American Whitewater. A limited number of these high end bags were manufactured so get’em while you can. Lotus Designs is one of AW’s
The Honorable Maria Cantwell November 4, 2003 United States Senate 717 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC, 20510. Re: Protection for Washington State’s Carbon River Valley (View Map) Dear Senator Cantwell: On behalf of American Whitewater, its members and affiliated whitewater clubs, we are writing to ask that you introduce bipartisan bill, H.R. 265 in the Senate. This bill would parallel H.R. 265 introduced during the last congressional session by Rep. Jennifer Dunn (R-Wash.), and would extend the boundary of
American Whitewater is raffling off a kayak of your choice at its November 11th San Francisco fundraiser. For just $50 a ticket, you can choose your own boat…and you don’t have to be there to win! How do you take advantage of this great opportunity? Contact Ben Van Camp at ben@amwhitewater.org American Whitewater would like to thank California Canoe and Kayak and Keith Miller for donating the boat for this fundraiser.
You are invited to join the Bay Area paddling community and special guests, Royal Robbins, Scott Lindgren, Phil and Mary DeReimer, and Jerry Meral at a party to benefit American Whitewater, the only national organization working to protect your right to paddle the whitewater rivers you love. What: Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a few door prizes When: Tuesday November 11, 6:30-9:00 PM Where: The Home of Guy and Jeanine Saperstein 52 Glen Alpine Ave. Piedmont, CA 94611 Tickets are $50 per person.
American Whitewater has just learned that Congress has extended Fee Demo authorization for an additional 15 months. Pasted below are two relevant references to fee-demo contained within the Interior Appropriations Bill that recently passed out of Conference Committee (where the House and Senate reconcile the differences between similar legislative initiatives). One reference extends the program. The other stipulates that fee-demo revenues may not be used to displace commercial recreation-providers now operating on public lands.If you are concerned about pay fees to
S’more’s, hot chocolate, and cider…no its not summer camp again, its time for the Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center on November 1st. AW will be hosting a hospitality tent on Saturday at GAF for current members and those who sign up that day. AW merchandise will be on sale including AW sweatshirts, visors, t-shirts, and AW paddling gear. Members will be in for some tasty treats from the AW staff and volunteers including warm drinks, Clif Bars, and
The Park Service has asked American Whitewater to share the following Grand Canyon planning update. Of particular interest is that the Park has expressed an intention to select a preferred alternative in the draft EIS and that release of the EIS continues to be delayed from the originally scheduled release date this summer.American Whitewater continues to work on this issue and track this project as we strive to work with the Park to fix the Waiting List. Individuals registering for a
Saturday, November 15th on the Tuckaseegee RiverThe Natty Slalom is a new breed of kayaking race featuring traditional slalomracing, inner tube slalom, head-to-head, midnite rodeo, and anything else youwant to race! We are seeking to create a laid-back, fun race for everyone, inany skill level. It is perfect for beginning paddlers and college students,but is also open to anyone looking for a bit of racing. The Natty Slalom takesthe place of the Benner Cup and Styrofoam Cup, previously the only
Hey friends: Just a reminder that this Wednesday, October 29, from 6:30-9:00 PM the DC paddling community is gathering to support American Whitewater – the only organization working to protect your right to paddle the whitewater rivers you love. Please join special guests, Representatives Chris Van Hollen (D, Potomac River), Zach Wamp (R, Occoe River), Mark Udall (D, Clear Creek) Ralph Regula (R, Sandy Creek) and John Sweeney (R, Mohawk and Hudson Rivers) for Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a few paddling related
AW Member Appreciation at NOC’s Guest Appreciation Fest S’more’s, hot chocolate, and cider…no its not summer camp again, its time for the Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center on November 1st. AW will be hosting a hospitality tent on Saturday at GAF for current members and those who sign up that day. AW merchandise will be on sale including AW sweatshirts, visors, t-shirts, and AW paddling gear. Members will be in for some tasty treats from the AW staff and
The state of Idaho just released it’s draft Comprehensive StateWater Plan for the South Fork Clearwater River Basin . The Plan will provide protection to ensure that minimum flows are maintained for boating and fisheries, but only if the public gives a wide show of support! We need you to help keep the South Fork Clearwater River and it’s tributaries boatable and livable for fish and other wildlife. Act now to ensure that minimum flows are maintained for boating and
