Rivers

1.3 million Oregonians would benefit from drinking water protections under the River Democracy Act

1.3 million Oregonians would benefit from drinking water protections under the River Democracy Act

Bend, Ore., — Today, Oregon Wild released a comprehensive report analyzing the significant positive impact the River Democracy Act would have on drinking water sources for communities across Oregon. This report highlights the potential role the River Democracy Act could play in safeguarding Oregon’s pristine rivers and watersheds, which are vital to the well-being of its […]

November 8, 2023

Drinking Water, River Democracy Act, Rivers, Report
Tribes and Fish Advocates Challenge Oregon Salmon Trucking Rule

Tribes and Fish Advocates Challenge Oregon Salmon Trucking Rule

Salem, Ore. (September 5, 2023) Contact for more information Miles Johnson, Columbia RiverkeeperDavid A. Moskowitz, The Conservation AnglerSteve Pedery, Oregon Wild In an eleventh-hour rule change without meaningful public or tribal input, Oregon weakened protections for salmon; Tribes and fish advocates want the state to restore safeguards. The Nez Perce Tribe and the Confederated Tribes […]

September 6, 2023

Rivers, Wildlife, Press Release
DeFazio Introduces Bill to Protect the Wild Rogue

DeFazio Introduces Bill to Protect the Wild Rogue

June 23rd, 2022: The Wild Rogue Conservation and Recreation Enhancement Act (H.R. 7509) had its first hearing in a Congressional subcommittee and was well received!  On April 4th, 2022, the Wild Rogue Conservation and Recreation Enhancement Act was introduced by Rep. Peter DeFazio to safeguard the incredible Rogue River and its world-class recreation! What the bill does: Background […]

April 14, 2022

Rivers, Press Release

Join Our
Newsletter.

Staying informed is the first step to becoming a public lands and native wildlife advocate.