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Get Money for your Dam Removal Project
(11/05/09) | Filed Under: Dams & Dam Removal , Restoring Rivers by Caitlin Jennings
As we have done the past eight years, American Rivers is once again working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to offer grants for stream barrier removal projects. We are specifically looking for projects that will help local communities thrive and benefit diadromous fish species—fish that live in both marine and freshwater habitats.
(Read more)Good news on the Kinnickinnic
(11/04/09) | Filed Under: Most Endangered Rivers by Angela Dicianno
It was recently announced by the EPA that dredging of toxic sediments is complete and the Kinnickinnic River is now on the path to restoration. This is great news and a great success!
Green Reserve Funding Continues!
(10/30/09) | Filed Under: Greening Water Infrastructure by Angela Dicianno
Guest post by Peter Raabe, American Rivers' Policy Director for Budget and Appropriations
Congress passed and the President signed the fiscal year 2010 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. This was a feat in and of itself since this is the first time since 2004 that the bill has not been rolled up as part of a larger omnibus appropriations bill.
New Orvis Promotion Benefits American Rivers!
(10/29/09) by Angela Dicianno
Earlier this week, Orvis launched their Fly Fishing Photo Contest. By submitting your favorite fishing photo, you could be featured on the cover of a future Orvis Fly Fishing Catalog and win a $1,000 Orvis gift card or Helios Fly Rod Outfit.
(Read more)Workshop: Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure
(10/27/09) | Filed Under: Stormwater & Sewage by Katie Swartz
REGISTER TODAY for a FREE workshop
This valuable workshop is for stormwater professionals, watershed organizations, and municipal officials in the Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan regions. The workshop will be held at the Toledo Zoo on November 5, 2009 from 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Today, Act for the Climate
(10/24/09) | Filed Under: Global Warming by Will Hewes
After months of behind-the-scenes negotiations, momentum has been gathering in recent weeks. Now’s the time to start tuning in. On this International Day of Climate Action, here’s a quick update on recent progress and a way for you to get involved.
(Read more)New Bipartisan Report Endorses Blue Trails
American Rivers Teams up with AARP to Encourage River Cleanups
(10/20/09) | Filed Under: National River Cleanup by Caitlin Jennings
AARP is launching a national call to service with its Create the Good Campaign. They are helping people of all ages across the nation to take action to improve their communities by volunteering for a few minutes, a few hours, or a few days.
Southeast water and beyond
(10/15/09) | Filed Under: Water Supply by Angela Dicianno
Guest post by Gerrit Jobsis, southeast regional director of American Rivers:
I was pleased to serve on a discussion panel after the showing of the award winning documentary film, FLOW – For Love of Water, directed by Irena Salina.
(Read more)Calling Back Yuba River Salmon
(10/15/09) | Filed Under: Dams & Dam Removal , Restoring Rivers by Caitlin Jennings
On Saturday October 11th, more than 400 people gathered on the banks of the South Yuba River to join the Tsi-Akim Maidu Tribe in their annual Calling Back the Salmon ceremony.
