Avista issues river alert
Water flows on the Spokane River continue to run high. After the fourth of July, Avista reported water passing through the Post Falls Dam being five times higher than normal.
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Idaho Boater Inspection Stations set-up to block invasive species
Any watercraft transported into Idaho is required to stop at an invasive species inspection station. The battle to stop quagga and zebra mussels from entering our water ways.
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Future of proposed Whitewater Park may be determined in June
On June 23rd, Friends of the Falls is joining the City of Spokane to appeal The State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) decision to let expire a $530,000 grant to the City of Spokane to support development of Spokane’s Whitewater Park. Without this funding, about half the funds raised to build the park will be lost.
Barker Road access now a dandy
The Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club partnered with the City of Spokane Valley to greatly improve the aesthetics and functionality of the Spokane River access at Barker Road.
Spokane river discharge permits receiving a lot of attention
June began with a number of articles and editorials related to Spokane County efforts to receive a draft discharge permit. Articles and related material attached.
Forum conference participants weigh in on PCBs
At the Spokane River Forum conference on May 24th, over 150 participants from around the region met to learn about PCBs and discuss the opportunities and challenges of reducing their presence in the Spokane River. Presentations attached.
RFK Coming to Spokane
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr, an international leader championing the cause of clean and health waterways, is speaking in Spokane on Thursday, May 19th. Tickets still available.
Meet Me at the River Trip Winners
And the winners are… Jacque West and Jason Gorder… Congratulations!Thanks to everyone who visited our Meet Me at the River and EnviroStars displays during the April 23rd Earth Day Celebrations. We enjoyed talking to all of you and hope you will join us paddling the Spokane River. Raft and Kayak Eco Tours run June thru September. There’s Something for Everyone! Sign up now.
May 6th Advisory Meeting
The next Spokane River DO TMDL Advisory Committee Meeting is May 6th.