The Current is the online publication for American Rivers. Read the latest news and information about rivers and learn how you can help.
October 9, 2017
Discover Rivers, Restoring Damaged Rivers
H.R. 3144, if passed, would thwart efforts to deliver critical near-term protections for endangered wild salmon, derail a court-ordered environmental review, and increase uncertainty for Northwest citizens and businesses.... Read More
October 6, 2017
Blue Trails, Floods & Floodplains, National River Cleanup®
On September 2, 2017, American Rivers partnered with Winyah Rivers Foundation and the Waccamaw Riverkeeper to clean up the Waccamaw River Blue Trail. With over 300 volunteer hours at this one event, 92 bags were collected and sorted into 57 bags of recycling and 35 bags of trash.... Read More
October 6, 2017
Climate Change & Rivers, Floods & Floodplains
A changing climate will bring more storms and flooding events, we must enact 21st century solutions that protect families and our communities. ... Read More
October 6, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers, Protecting Rivers, Wild and Scenic Rivers
The Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Flathead River is the go-to fly fishing destination for many visiting Montana, but trains carrying crude oil and the lack of a safety agreement and plan could devastate this special place.... Read More
October 4, 2017
Conserving Clean Water, Protecting Rivers, Restoring Damaged Rivers, Stormwater and Sewage, Water Pollution, Water Supply
The only thing that should be green about our water is the way we manage it. The greenness of the Maumee River may fade over the next few weeks, but the underlying problems will remain. ... Read More
September 29, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers, Protecting Rivers, Wild and Scenic Rivers
Oil train derailment could ruin pristine Middle Fork Flathead River, join us in urging the Federal Railroad Administration to develop safety guidelines and agreements.... Read More
September 27, 2017
National River Cleanup®, Restoring Damaged Rivers
National River Cleanup works with companies to host river cleanup events across the country, learn how and why Nite Ize came together to help the rivers in their area.... Read More
September 25, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers
We are now accepting nominations for our report of America's Most Endangered Rivers of 2018 - tell us why your river is endangered!... Read More
September 22, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers, Protecting Rivers, Wild and Scenic Rivers
This year Montana's Middle Fork Flathead River was named as one of America's Most Endangered Rivers, even though it is protected by the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Oil train derailments threaten both the river and surrounding communities.... Read More
September 20, 2017
Conserving Clean Water, Energy Development, Protecting Rivers, Water Supply, Wild and Scenic Rivers
The Trump Administration has clandestinely moved to allow oil exploration in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, home to over 1,000 miles of designated and eligible Wild and Scenic Rivers that are the ecological lifeblood of the area.... Read More
September 20, 2017
Floods & Floodplains, Protecting Rivers, Water Pollution, Water Supply
Wetlands and small streams are the first line of defense for communities facing hurricanes and severe storms but they're risk with Clean Water Rule repeal.... Read More
September 18, 2017
Discover Rivers
Cities across the globe prove that we have always needed our flowing water, and still do. Take a trip to Europe with our staff and experience their rivers.... Read More
