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
2027 Mentorship Program
๐ฒ When you register for the Symposium consider participating in our 2027 Mentorship Program. We are looking for 10 mentees and 10 mentors attending the symposium to participate in our six-month mentorship program.
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๐ The purpose of the mentorship program is for early career professionals to be connected with insights and guidance of more experienced individuals in our community. Mentor-mentee programs play a vital role in transferring knowledge, supporting professional development, building confidence, and promoting retention and engagement in our fields.
Winter 2027 Short Course: River Sediment Dynamics
Registration opens October 26!
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Looking to deepen your technical expertise in sediment transport and river channel evolution?
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What you’ll learn:
Fluvial and biological processes driving sediment erosion, transport, and deposition. How sediment dynamics dictate the formation, adjustments, and long-term evolution of alluvial features and floodplains. Methods for investigating, accounting for, and applying sediment transport principles in restoration design through real-world case studies.
Join the RRNW Board!
RRNW is seeking energetic, committed new members to join our Board of Directors! If youโre passionate about river restoration and eager to contribute to a dynamic community of practitioners, weโd love to hear from you.
We welcome self-nominations as well as nominations of others who share our mission. If youโre interested, please complete the nomination form by November 20, 2026.
Sponsorship Opportunities for 2027
RRNW will soon be seeking sponsorships for 2027. Sponsors provide critical support in our efforts to advance the practice and community of river restoration practitioners.
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Your sponsorship supports RRNWโs work year-round, including the 25th Annual River Restoration Symposium in February.ย Visit our 2027 Sponsorship information page to learn more about new sponsorship levels and benefits.
Symposium Registration Opening Dates
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3-Day Symposium Plenary Sessions: Tuesday-Thursday, February 2-4, 2027
๐ In-Person: Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Washington, USA
๐ Virtual Livestream: Full 3-Day Symposium Plenary Sessions (online via Zoom)
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Member Registration: opens Monday, November 2, 2026
General Registration: opens Monday, November 16, 2026
Virtual Livestream Registration: opens Monday, November 16, 2026
Then and Now: 25 Years of Change in River Restoration and the Environmental Movement
This year marks the 25th anniversary of RRNWโa milestone weโll be highlighting throughout the year in a variety of ways, from storytelling and reflections to community connections that honor where weโve been and where weโre headed. As we celebrate this moment, it offers a valuable opportunity to look back at how both RRNW and the broader environmental field have evolved over the past quarter century.
