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 like to thank 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.







































