Our latest action alerts, blog posts, and media highlights
We the People Take a Stand for Clean Water, Our Climate
What does fighting for clean water and our climate mean to you? Our members and partners had this to say:
RIVER HAPPENINGS: There is Never a Dull Moment on the Columbia
Catch up on the latest happenings at Nichols Natural Area
Nichols Natural Area 2019 Updates
Local students learn about wildlife, water quality, and restoration in an outdoor learning laboratory.
EPA’s draft study on thermal refuges in the lower Columbia River
Columbia Riverkeeper is submitting comments on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) draft study of thermal refuges in the lower mainstem Columbia River.
Remembering Robert “Jake” Jacob
Match Jakes’ gift and leave a legacy too!
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
“At some point, those of us in power have to listen to those who put us there.”
—Former Portland Mayor Charlie Hales upon withdrawing his support for the proposed Pembina fossil fuel export terminal in response to grassroots pressure.
RIVER NOTES: A Letter from the Executive Director
We the People Issue: How your Columbia Riverkeeper membership is promoting life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Yakama, Lummi Nations' Historic Call for Dam Removal on Lower Columbia
The Yakama and Lummi nations called on federal leaders to remove John Day, The Dalles, and Bonneville dams.
We the "Merciless Indian Savages"
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Sohappy v. Smith, the seminal fishing rights case.
Columbia Riverkeeper, Army Corps Settle Lawsuit Over Oil Pollution From Chief Joseph Dam
"This settlement is an important win for clean water. Oil pollution threatens salmon, drinking water, and the public’s right to a healthy Columbia.