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In the summer of 2013, American Whitewater’s Regional Coordinator, John Simpkin, started the tedious task of gathering the facts and information to help American Whitewater get illegal fences blocking public access to the Cosumnes River at Latrobe Road Bridge removed.  Years prior to this a local boater, Steve Ruhnau, witnessed a landowner cementing and welding the iron fences to the bridge. Citing only the individuals who party and leave trash under the bridge, the landowner included sharp iron finials on

The Twin Lakes Canal Company (TLCC) is pushing forward in its 10-year effort to build a new dam on the Oneida Narrows reach of Idaho's Bear River. The reach is one of the last freely-flowing reaches of the Bear River, providing outstanding recreation, ecological and fish and wildlife values–including habitat for the Bonneville Cutthroat Trout and a fun Class II river run. The river's values have been noted by the Northwest Power and Conservation Council, which has designated the reach

American Whitewater is pleased to announce Daniel Patrinellis as our December 2014 Volunteer of the Month!   For the past several years, Dan has been a passionate advocate for rivers in the Pacific Northwest. He has assisted American Whitewater on several projects, including protecting Ernie's Gorge from hydropower development and promoting whitewater boating opportunities on the Chelan Gorge.   Through videos, photos, and social media, Dan has helped us amplify the American Whitewater message and promote our work. This fall he

With few exceptions, fees across the national parks have not changed since 2006. Currently several National Parks across the country are considering increased fees for park entry and wilderness permits. A number of National Parks provide whitewater paddling and we want to make sure our community is aware of the opportunity to provide comment on these proposals. We agree that the Parks need more money to be managed sustainably and continue to offer high quality recreational opportunities. That money can

Support American Whitewater's Colorado River Program on Colorado Gives Day, December 9th!   American Whitewater is working to keep Colorado's rivers flowing and ensure safe access to them, and we need your help to keep this good work going. Colorado's largest one-day online giving event – Colorado Gives Day – is Tuesday, December 9th. That day, thousands of donors across the state will come together to support non-profit organizations like ours.    Last year, donors contributed a stunning $20.9 million

Through Outdoor Alliance, American Whitewater joined today with the Outdoor Industry Association to speak up for clean water on behalf of the millions of Americans that recreate on and near our nation's rivers and streams. The organizations submitted joint comments in support of the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' proposed Clean Water Protection rule. The proposed rule was released last spring in response to rulings from the Supreme Court in 2001 and 2006 that created uncertainty about which waters

It's workplace giving season–a great way to support American Whitewater! If you are a federal employee, American Whitewater is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations through the Federal Combined Giving Campaign (yes, we're a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, tax ID #23-7083760). The federal workplace giving season began September 1 and runs through December 15th, and you can donate to American Whitewater by selecting code 11351. American Whitewater is part of the Universal Giving program, meaning you can donate to support our river

We have a great Holiday offer this year – for just $45 you get a standard one year membership with American Whitewater and a 2015 AW Calendar. Each year, we collect the best photos from our gracious fans and pick out our favorites for our annual calendar, you will not be disappointed! The proceeds from our Holiday offer are used to support AW’s river stewardship. We think this is a great gift to give to any river lover. . .or a

The 2015 American Whitewater calendar is now available for purchase! Each year, we collect the best photos from our gracious community and pick out our favorites for our annual calendar. Proceeds from calendar sales support our river stewardship work.   It's an awesome fundraiser and a product that we know you'll love. Place your order: http://store.americanwhitewater.org/collections/miscellaneous/products/2015-american-whitewater-calendar   Please consider picking up one today (they also make great gifts). Thanks!