As we write this it’s still very much spring with river temperatures in the 60’s, but according to all forecasts, this summer will be a hot one. One of the best places to beat the summer heat is at the Russian River. It’s not [...]

As the rain continues to fall around us, we must start looking forward to new and creative solutions to prepare us for a climate of more extremes and less predictability. Often we find ourselves talking about issues in silos of each other and with [...]

Questions about the Potter Valley Project and how it will impact the Russian River have increased over the last few months. What do PG&E’s plans mean for the Russian River? Will the water diversion from the Eel River to the Russian River stop? What [...]

The minivan my kids grew up riding in experienced extensive use, from spilled sippy cups to being the vehicle for learning to drive. After 19 years, there wasn't much usable car left. To our surprise, when we donated it to Russian Riverkeeper on CarEasy.org, [...]

Sediment impairment is a major environmental issue affecting waterways worldwide, and the Russian River is included. As we discussed in our December Newsletter excessive sedimentation can lead to diminished water quality, disruption of aquatic habitats, and alteration of river flows. While sources of sediment [...]

A newly discovered pollutant found in vehicle tire tread wear particles on our roads is creating great concern because it is highly toxic to aquatic life, especially endangered salmon. A chemical compound, called 6PPD, is found in most tires to prevent damage from ozone. [...]

Over the last several months, there were ongoing discussions around PG&E’s plans for the Eel River dams, Potter Valley Project changes, and what a future water diversion may look like for the Russian River. In this article, we discuss the first two topics and [...]