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Eels downrunning in the fall

by American Rivers | Oct 18, 2023

The change of seasons means many things for people, plants, and animals. In the Northeast, as autumn daylight shortens the deciduous forest’s spectacular colors emerge. Cooler, wetter autumn weather creates important signals for animals including the American eel, one...

NOAA biological opinion unrealistic for Kennebec River recovery

by Trout Unlimited | Mar 23, 2023

Atlantic salmon runs in U.S. waters have endured blow after blow over the past two centuries. They just received another one.

Dam Removals Continue Across The U.S. in 2022

by American Rivers | Feb 14, 2023

Dam removal practitioners across the country are continuing to break down river barriers— 65 dams were removed across the country in 2022, reconnecting more than 430 upstream river miles across 20 states. We look forward to a year in which dams are reported to be...

Maine’s Atlantic salmon on the brink

by Trout Unlimited | Feb 1, 2023

Removing the four lower dams on Maine’s Kennebec River may be the best hope to save Atlantic salmon in the U.S.

Key Takeaways from the Omnibus Spending Package: What’s in it for rivers?

by American Rivers | Dec 22, 2022

In the remaining days of 2022, we’re happy to share some important wins for rivers – including funding for critical clean water and river restoration programs, as well as new Wild and Scenic River designations. While there’s much to be thankful for, the bill still has...

Eels downrunning in the fall

NOAA biological opinion unrealistic for Kennebec River recovery

Dam Removals Continue Across The U.S. in 2022

Maine’s Atlantic salmon on the brink

Key Takeaways from the Omnibus Spending Package: What’s in it for rivers?

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