River Restoration Northwest is a nonprofit scientific and educational organization. Our mission is to advance the science and standards of river restoration practice through an interdisciplinary approach.
EVENTS AND HIGHLIGHTS
2026 RRNW Symposium Quick Links
Introducing RRNW’s New Lifetime Membership
Join RRNW as a Lifetime Member and secure all the benefits—early symposium registration, event recognition, and voting privileges—with a one-time investment.
Why go Lifetime?
- A lasting legacy of support for river restoration
- No renewals—membership for life
- Stay connected through symposiums, trainings, and mentorships
Be part of RRNW’s future!
2026 Symposium - Invited Speakers
We’re excited to announce our 2026 RRNW Symposium invited speakers, bringing fresh perspectives from across the field.
• Lydia Burgess-Gamble (Southern Water, UK) will share international lessons on nature-based solutions and biodiversity gains.
• David Skuodas (Mile High Flood District) will highlight innovations in urban waterway design that balance engineering and ecology.
• Emily Fairfax (University of Minnesota) will explore how beaver-driven restoration builds climate resilience. Join us this February—now available virtually—to learn from these leaders shaping the future of river restoration.
2026 Symposium Short Courses
The 2026 RRNW Symposium will offer several short courses on Monday, February 2, including sessions on ecohydraulics, steep-channel design, UAV and drone data collection, riparian assessment, and science communication with stop-motion animation.
These courses provide practical skills and guidance for anyone working in river restoration. Registration is open, and space is limited.
Virtual Livestream Tickets Available
We’re excited to offer a 3-Day livestream virtual attendance option for those unable to join us in person in Skamania, so no matter where you are, you can still be part of it all!
Discounts for virtual livestream registration are now available for qualifying groups!
