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Agenda to Help Today's Flood Victims and Prevent Tomorrow's
 Communities across the country are at risk from devastating floods like those seen this year in the Northwest and Midwest. Given that global warming will bring more severe and more frequent storms, this month American Rivers released a national agenda for protecting communities from flooding. More
 Join Us on a Wild and Scenic River Trip this Summer!
 American Rivers is teaming up with outfitters to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Please join us for an exciting trip on the Middle Fork Salmon (Aug 15-21), Main Salmon (Aug 24-29), or the Rogue River (Sept 9-12). More
Ripple Effect: This Month's News and Victories
 Fort Hailfax Dam is Removed (Maine)
A decade-long fight ended this month with the removal of the Fort Halifax Dam on the Sebasticook River. Now migratory fish passage and communities along the river are benefiting from this restoration effort. More
Clean Water Act Enforcement Declines (nationwide)
A confusing Supreme Court decision from 2006 is having a negative impact on clean water. Since the ruling, enforcement of the Clean Water Act has declined significantly, leaving communities at even greater risk from flooding and pollution. More
Taunton River Moves Closer to Wild and Scenic Designation (Massachusetts)
This month the Taunton River moved one step closer to becoming Massachusetts’ fifth Wild and Scenic River. The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to add this popular recreation destination to the Wild and Scenic Rivers System. More
Our Pick: Trout, Trout, Trout (A Fish Chant)
 This fun book introduces children to the underwater world of fish found in North American rivers, streams and lakes. The vibrant illustrations depict dozens of fish species from the Sockeye salmon to the lesser known Frecklebelly Madtom.
Purchase your copy today from Powells.com and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to American Rivers.
River Quote of the Month
We post a River Quote on our blog every weekday morning. If you’d like to see your favorite river quote featured, email it to lmartin@AmericanRivers.org. View past quotes here. |
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