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(Silver Spring, MD) – American Whitewater has released its new logo, a graphic that reinforces the organization’s two-letter abbreviation and its recent move toward an aggressive promotion of its mission and membership to whitewater paddlers and the outdoor industry that supports whitewater recreation. “We are truly pleased to have a new logo that helps us communicate quickly and easily,” notes Risa Shimoda, American Whitewater Executive Director. “ When the logo is shown with the words ‘American Whitewater’ spelled out, the

American Whitewater experienced a wonderful victory recently on the West Fork of the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River. Regional Coordinator Don Kinser (our volunteer of the month) worked closely with the AW staff in filing lengthy comments in opposition of the development of a new horse camp in part of the headwaters known as the Nicholson Tract. Many of our comments were included in a Record of Decision that was just released. Thanks to our efforts and those of other

Our goal for this meeting is to have an informal open discussion with local boaters about the status of the Tuckaseegee, Nantahala, and Cheoah River dam relicensings. And to eat pizza. Everyone is invited to come ask us questions and voice any concerns you may have to two of the primary representatives of private boaters in these processes. Andriti’s (Pizza), Sylva NC, 7pm till whenever. Hope to see you there! ps, yes that photo is the beautiful CHEOAH RIVER! and

The Meeting will be held at 7pm , at Andriti’s Pizza in Sylva, NC. It is an opportunity for local boaters to find out what is going on with their rivers and ask AW and WCU representatives questions. Discussion is open and will likely include Tuckaseegee, Nantahala, and Cheoah. See ya there!PS, YES, that photo is of the CHEOAH!

American Whitewater has announced that it will be teaming up with Teva and Scott Lindgren Productions on the national touring debut of “Liquid Lifestyles: AERATED." “American Whitewater volunteers will speak at the presentation of Liquid Lifestyles: Aerated, produced by Emmy Award-Winning cinematographer Scott Lindgren and an incredibly experienced crew of expedition kayakers,” notes Risa Shimoda, Executive Director of American Whitewater. “They will note that in order for us to enjoy the fun and challenge of whitewater recreation, we must take

Unfortunately, the Teva Tariffville Whitewater Rodeo presented by Perception will fall victim to the worst drought the Northeast has seen in 125 years. Organizers were distraught to learn that reservoir and lake levels are at 40% of what they should be at this time of the year. Low lake levels and a virtually nonexistent snow pack forced government agencies to implement water conservation strategies to ensure that they will be able to meet capacity demands throughout the remainder of the

Help Needed from Lehigh River Runners! In February, American Whitewater met with Pennsylvania State Senator Stewart Greenleaf (R. Montgomery County) to discuss the possibility of improving whitewater recreation on the Lehigh River in Eastern Pennsylvania, and to support the Senator's many accomplishments in this ongoing process. Senator Stewart Greenleaf has been spearheading efforts to move a road from the upstream face of the Francis E. Walter Dam on the Lehigh River to the top of the structure. When water backs up today, the

Last fall’s Tallulah River releases were the most popular ever, with as many as 400 boaters climbing down the 653 steps into one of the south’s premiere whitewater runs. With this increase in use, the need for volunteers, and the need for us to tread lightly increases. It also increases our chances of getting more releases in a few years. We would like to thank all of the stellar volunteers from last fall, all the respectful boaters, and the weather

In August of 2000, Wilson Creek was given a great gift, Wild and Scenic River Designation. Now the USFS is requesting comments on how Wilson Creek should be managed to best protect the many fine qualities of Wilson Creek that earned it its designation. If you love Wilson Creek, and are concerned about its future, you should participate in this process. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act is a great tool for river advocates, but it is not a perfect

“On August 18, 2000, Wilson Creek, From its headwaters below Calloway Peak to the confluence with the Johns River, Was designated a Wild and Scenic River.”So begins the letter from the Pisgah National Forest that requests public input regarding how the Wilson Creek area should be managed to protect the qualities for which it was designated as Wild and Scenic.The Wild and Scenic Rivers act is a wonderful legislative gift to river advocates, but does not equal absolute protection. The

The severe drought on the east coast has claimed yet another whitewater resource. American Whitewater recieved the following information regarding the releases on the Tohickon River in Eastern Pennsylvania: I just consulted with the Delaware River Basin Commission and I regret totell you that the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will notbe able to do the whitewater release from Lake Nockamixon into the Tohickonthis March due to the drought emergency. We would be grateful if youhelped us get this

American Whitewater has announced a collaboration with Kayak Session, the magazine that brings ‘coffee table’ quality to imagery chronicling whitewater, including the critical role conservation and access play in the sport. “This publication will focus on the excitement of the sport that has driven broad awareness and technical advances,” states Risa Shimoda, American Whitewater Executive Director. “We will contribute an article to each issue, reminding the paddling community that American Whitewater staff and volunteers are working each day so that