Mirabeau Point restoration starts October 1, Volunteers needed
Mirabeau Point restoration activities will begin October 1st and continue October 29th. Join the Veterans Conservation Corps as volunteers. Register now.
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Mihailovich wins award for Spokane River work
Spokane Riverkeeper Bart Milhailovich was awarded an Inlander’s Peirone prize. The prize is awarded to people “… making a difference here at a relatively young age.”
PCBs a dangerous downside to recycling work
At Inland Empire Plant’s in the Valley, ink from recycling newspapers containing tiny amounts of PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are discharged into the Spokane River. Can the community work with IEP and EPA to address the issue? The Spokesman Review reports.
No Docks at the Rock River Rally
A consortium of recreation, environmental and conservation groups have joined forces to promote a River Rally Sunday, August 21st that’s about both celebrating summer and making a clear statement: No Docks at the Rock. “If it floats, you’re ready” say event organizers.
Sierra Club weighs in on PCBs and Kaiser Appeals DO TMDL as Spokane River discharge permits move forward
Regulatory jousting over Spokane River water quality continues. Sierra Club files 60-day notice of intent to sue EPA for not forcing Ecology to develop a PCB water cleanup plan. Meanwhile, Kaiser has appealed their pollution discharge permit.
Upriver Dam access open
Upriver Dam access point now open. Read more.
Can a pipeline break threaten the Spokane River and our drinking water?
Can a pipeline disaster like the one on the Yellowstone River near billings happen here? Yes, say those who keep a close eye on the Spokane River, including the top water officials at both the city and county of Spokane. The Inlander Reports
Moonlight Paddle with Wine and Cheese this Friday
This Friday there are still three seats available for a moonlight paddle from Plese Flats to Nine Mile.
Free Splash and Play Event
On July 30, the Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club and Mt. Gear are teaming up to introduce people to the world of paddling.
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.