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While working towards a future solution to access issues on the Green River remains a challenge (see related article), many volunteers have contributed and continue to donate their time, energy, and money towards this important issue. One of these volunteers, Tanya Talbert, has designed a beautiful custom Green River pendant to assist us in generating funds for access.The pendant is made of solid sterling silver and comes packaged in a green velveteen gift pouch. At this time, pendants are available

The Route 3 Wave in Watertown New York is a popular play wave that has recieved attention lately after plans surfaced to alter this wave to make it a feature suitable for high-level competitive events. In June, American Whitewater Eastern Conservation and Access Associate Kevin Colburn toured the Black River Corridor with AW Regional Coordinator Nancy Weal as well as regional paddlers Steve Kittleberger and Tom Vickory. The group looked carefully at the Route 3 Wave area as well as

While exploring a variety of permanent access solutions, American Whitewater and LiquidLogic have reaffirmed its relationship with the landowners of the current Gallimore Creek Road access area. The landowners’ generosity in providing this access point to all of us should continue as long as we are respectful of them and financially support our current agreement. To help preserve this access solution and to resolve any confusion, please read and abide by these requests. Your cooperation is absolutely essential in preserving

The Middle Fork of the Snoqualmie River is one of the more significant outdoor recreation areas, “close-to-home” for residents of the greater Seattle area. Less than an hour drive from downtown, the valley is easily accessible to a population of over three million people and a destination for visitors from around the country. Despite its proximity to a large metropolitan area, the river feels remote as it winds through a forested river valley largely held in public ownership and it

Welcome to the 23rd Upper Yough Race, July 31. The oldest extreme race in the Country is presented by Team Friendsville. We scheduled the race this year around the pre existing local event, Friendsville Days. The Friendsville Volunteer Fire Dept. and local community welcome the boating community to mingle and enjoy our small town’s biggest shindig. Thursday 6 hour dam release, race and party. Friday’s 3 hour Upper Yough dam release and rescue squad free picnic. Saturday’s 3 hour Upper

If your club has the most AW members at the AW Deerfield River Festival , the club will win a brand new whitewater raft, from Star Inflatables. Rafts can be a great way to expand your club’s membership by introducing neophytes to whitewater from the comfort and security of a raft. In order to be eligible, each paddler must be a current member of your club and AW. AW membership will be confirmed at the AW booth during the festival.

  July 3, 2003   American Whitewater sincerelythanks the many hundreds of AW members and other whitewater enthusiasts that tookthe time to contact the Forest Service and let them know how important the Chattooga Riveris to them. Thank you very much!   On July 3, after hundreds ofhours of volunteer and staff effort, AW submitted our official comments andweighed in on the proposed Sumter Forest plan and boating access on theChattooga Headwaters. Clickhere and download the full text of AW’s

Clif Bar and American Whitewater are happy to announce Gold Country Paddlers and the Willamette Kayak and Canoe Club as the first recipients of $500 grants for the Flowing Rivers Campaign. Gold Country Paddlers grant monies will go to support their work to improve the Greenwood Creek river access trail. The trail is located 4 miles Northwesst of the town of Coloma, CA between State Highway 49 and the South Fork of the American River near the confluence of Greenwood

<p><strong>Consensus Reached Nantahala and Tuckasegee Rivers!</strong></p><p>Recently, American Whitewater joined a large group of organizations to sign onto carefully crafted consensus agreements that concluded the negotiations of the Tuckasegee and Nantahala Dam Relicensing Teams. The agreements are the result of 2 years of studies and negotiations that occurred during the several full-day stakeholder meetings held each month. This was a massive time commitment for the many individuals, organizations, and government agencies that participated, and it was worth it.</p><p>The consensus agreements describe

Time is runningout on the Chattooga Headwaters. If you think you should have the same right toenjoy the headwaters of the Chattooga as other users of the forest then theUSFS must hear from you before July 3!   Are you a Yahoo?   If you are like mostwhitewater boaters I know you are a good river steward and not some yahoo onthe river. Yet many would have the public believe otherwise. Click here tosee some of the not so nice

Consensus Reached Nantahala and Tuckasegee Rivers! Recently, American Whitewater joined a large group of organizations to sign onto carefully crafted consensus agreements that concluded the negotiations of the Tuckasegee and Nantahala Dam Relicensing Teams. The agreements are the result of 2 years of studies and negotiations that occurred during the several full-day stakeholder meetings held each month. This was a massive time commitment for the many individuals, organizations, and government agencies that participated, and it was worth it. The consensus

The 2003 Deerfield River Festival is rapidly approaching, and your help is needed! This year’s event promises to be the best to date, and we can use all the help we can get! The 2003 Deerfield River Festival will take place on August 2, 2003 in the field across from Zoar Outdoor on Rt. 2 in Charlemont, MA. This festival takes approximately 75 people to run, and with only 2 full-time staff and a handful of event planning volunteers we

American Whitewater’s Deerfield River Festival August 2-3rdCharlemont, MA (in the field across from Zoar Outdoor) Admission: $5.00 American Whitewater announces the 2003 Deerfield River Festival. American Whitewater and F.L.O.W. started the Deerfield River Festival in 1994 to celebrate the successful dam relicensing process that took place on the Deerfield in 1993. The event focuses on bringing people to Charlemont, MA to enjoy a weekend of outdoor activities while showcasing whitewater paddlesports and raising funds for AW. The main activities take

Dear Friends and Volunteers,Web Version (550 KB)MS Word Version (435 KB)As you know American Whitewater is widely considered an expert on the nuts and bolts of river permitting and how permits are viewed by recreationists. Our expertise helps us to lend a unique perspective to discussions with river management agencies that compliments the desire of river managers to control or monitor use through permits. We have begun recording our experiences in order to share our expertise with our volunteers as