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Doug SchrenkSnoqualmie Ranger District42404 SE North Bend WayNorth Bend, WA 98045 May 7, 2002 RE: Environmental Assessment for the proposed Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Watershed Access Travel Management Plan Dear Mr. Schrenk: American Whitewater endorses the preferred Alternative E because it holds the best promise for improving the quality and health of the river ecosystem while providing for paddler experiences throughout the watershed. American Whitewater is a non-profit organization representing more than 8,000 members and over 100 affiliate clubs nationwide.

JOB DESCRIPTION Events Coordinator May 1, 2002 Reports to: Events Director, Executive Director Location: Asheville, NC Description of work responsibilities: The Events Coordinator will be responsible for creating a presence that is consistent with the mission of American Whitewater . This position will be filled by someone who is self-motivated, energetic, and capable of working independently of direct supervision. The position requires decision-making and problem solving skills sometimes in a stressful environment. This office and onsite event based position will

Chris Koll, a retired American Whitewater board member, has asked us to remind visitors to sign in before boating the Lower Moose. This is required by permit, and a courtesy to the dam operators who have been friendly and cooperative with our community for 16 years.   Boaters planning to paddle the Bottom Moose should be aware that all boaters are required to sign-in at the Fortis Hydro office (located between Agers Falls and the take-out overlooking the right left

JOB DESCRIPTION Events Coordinator May 1, 2002 Reports to: Events Director Executive Director Location: Asheville, NC Description of work responsibilities: The Events Coordinator will be responsible for creating a presence that is consistent with the mission of American Whitewater . Someone who is self-motivated, energetic, and capable of working independently of direct supervision will fill this position. The position requires decision-making and problem solving skills sometime in a stressful environment. This office and onsite event based position will be responsible

AW’s Letter…Ed Gertler’s Letter…Write your own…TopPennsylvania’s Bureau of State Parks is now accepting comments through May 23, 2002 on the proposed changes to state regs. This is the last chance for at least 10 years to convince the parks to open Ohiopyle Falls for boating. If you care about opening access to the falls for more than one weekend a year, you must write to the Park.American Whitewater’s other concern with the proposed regulations regard language barring any whitewater paddling

Want your next trip on the Chattooga to remind you of a busy Saturday on the Ocoee? That’s one possible outcome of the new management plan revisions. If you care about protecting the Chattooga, you’ll want to read to the end of this article to learn more.The Forest Service has announced that they are cutting all names from their Chattooga mailing list that do not contact them anew. This means that even if you are currently on their list, your

American Whitewater is concerned about any plans to restrict or limitaccess to the New River from Route 114 to Whitethorne. We respect and understand the need for security at the Arsenal. However, we believe the river can and should remain open to recreational use. We are volunteering to work with the Corps of Engineers, RAAP and other appropriate authorities to protect security interests and avoid closing the river. AW Letter (4.25.2) Meeting Report (4.25.2) Meeting Alert (4.20.2) More Information It

American Whitewater is searching for a marketing professional who can plan, coordinate and implement the advertising, sales and sponsorship programs we conduct with companies and organizations. Job responsibilities include advertising sales for our publications and events, coporate support for programs and operations, branded product development and sales, partnership development. This is a job for a multi-tasker and someone whose right and left bbrain thrive amidst chaos and and whose tenacity will insure that new projects will be tackled with objectives

USFS GoalsUSFS LessonsUSFS AssumptionsThe GoodThe BadThe UglyRiver Permit Fees American Whitewater has obtained a copy of the Forest Service’s draft, “Blueprint for Forest Service Recreation Fees (March 15, 2002)“, which details the agency’s thinking about future forest fees. As with so many elements of the debate over forest fees, this document includes both good and bad management ideas. The most controversial ideas for American Whitewater are the provisions for charging new fees for permits and for expanding the fee program

WERNER PADDLES & AMERICAN WHITEWATER ARE TEAMING TO RESTORE & PROTECT FUTURE PUBLIC ACCESS TO WASHINGTON’S SKYKOMISH RIVER Silver Spring, MD (April 15, 2002)– Werner Paddles will make a donation of $10,000 in 2002 to American Whitewater, supporting both specific efforts to secure access on the Skykomish River in Washington State, and to grow American Whitewater’s access efforts nationwide. The Skykomish River is one of the most popular whitewater rivers in the state, and a close drive to Seattle.“This is

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has successfully purchased a conservation easement to provide public access to the most popular take-out site for Lolo Creek in North Central Idaho. The site is located about 100 yards upstream from the Clearwater River. It is a large flat with some shade trees, plenty of parking space, and some nice grassy areas for camping. The BLM does not intend to do any extensive development, but may gravel the access and parking area, and

This may include development of membership benefits and assistance with the communications and outreach:American Whitewater Membership DatabaseDonorPerfect– Maintaining Database– Adding, modifying and utilizing the database for printed and electronic mailings– Providing the database interface with the website member information needs– Providing reports for management planning, regional outreach and fundraising efforts– Designing and maintaining a system for major donor review, contact and engagement– Communication and correspondence with membersDepositing and allocating revenue– Maintaining accurate records of program revenue and reimbursed expenses, including

Days after emergency workers rescued a family that was lost while canoeing the Chattooga, wildfires struck the region. As of April 8th, 2002 over 400 acres in the Chattooga corridor had burned including the hillside on the Georgia side of the river between Earl’s Ford and Sandy Ford. The fire, named “Marcus Mountain 1” is 90% contained. “Marcus Mountain 2” was also reported to be burning nearby on the South Carolina side of the river. A little more information is