For over 50 years, Friends of the River has fought to protect and restore California’s rivers. Join thousands of river advocates standing up for the water that connects us all.
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Raise Your Voice, Not the Dam
Urge our next governor to oppose the Shasta Dam raise and protect the McCloud River.
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Join Today and be a voice for California's rivers
The River Activist Network empowers volunteers to understand California’s water issues, share ideas, and stand up for their rivers and communities. Becoming an advocate is not only about helping rivers—it’s about being a voice for our planet, shaping a stronger and more resilient future for California’s waterways.
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Rendezvous by the River - Oct 3rd
SAVE THE DATE - Every victory for a river begins with people who care. Join us for an unforgettable evening by the river and under the stars as we celebrate our community, our shared accomplishments, and the rivers we're working together to protect.
With your support, we can work together to restore flows where excessive diversions reduce flows, to improve hydropower operations to benefit people and fish, to fight destructive reservoirs, and to strengthen river protections.
River Stories & Updates
Stories, victories, and voices from California’s rivers—subscribe to the River Advocate or explore on Headwaters Online.
Rivers Need Defenders Like You
Join a growing community of volunteers, advocates, and river lovers working to protect California’s wild and flowing waters.
We are committed to becoming a more powerful voice for a climate resilient water future in California with healthy rivers, equal access to safe and affordable drinking water, and a thriving, sustainable economy for all Californians.