The Wild and Scenic Illinois River by Kayak

Watershed Stories from the Smith River Alliance Newsletter The Wild and Scenic Illinois River by Kayak Paddling the Wild and Scenic Illinois River. In late April, several kayakers including SRA’s Co-Executive Director Grant Werschkull paddled the Wild and Scenic...

Salmon Strongholds Threatened by Strip Mining

Watershed Stories from the Smith River Alliance Newsletter Salmon Strongholds Threatened by Strip Mining Salmonid populations depend on the cool, clean waters of the Smith and other Salmon Stronghold rivers. The Smith River is one of several salmon stronghold rivers...

Important Estuary Restoration Progress!

Watershed Stories from the Smith River Alliance Newsletter Important Estuary Restoration Progress! Work on the Smith River Estuary Backwater Habitat Enhancement Projectis ongoing and in winter 2023 we will install riparian plants, fencing, and begin to monitor water...