2025 River Restoration Symposium:
February 3rd - 7th
Short Courses on Monday, February 3rd
Field Trip on Friday, February 7th
UPDATE: Three-day and one-day registrations have SOLD OUT earlier than ever this year! BUT…
if additional spots become available we will release them at a later date
and provide advance notice here on our website.
Registrations are still available for short courses.
Welcome!
We are happy to announce the 23rd annual River Restoration Northwest Symposium!
Each year RRNW hosts researchers, scientists and field professionals from the Pacific Northwest and beyond to share knowledge and collaborate on the latest in River Restoration practices and research. This unique event seeks to share knowledge across disciplines and takes a holistic approach to river restoration at a one of a kind location with breathtaking views of the Columbia Gorge. Networking is a key component of the symposium with participants having plenty of time to collaborate and be inspired.
We greatly appreciate RRNW’s amazing sponsors for their new or ongoing support which helps keep event registration costs affordable.
- Registration is now open to everyone!
- To register, click on the “Symposium Registration” button below.
NOTE: For all current members registering early, please be sure to use the same email address for the registration portal that you used when signing up for your most recent membership. This will ensure that you receive the member discount for the 2025 Symposium.
Registration closes when the conference is sold out or on January 27, 2025, whichever comes first.
SHORT COURSES
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Learn, share, and grow with full and half day courses.
PROGRAM
Invited speakers and colleagues present in 12 different session areas (including a Poster Session) throughout the week.
INVITED SPEAKERS
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The 2025 Invited Speakers include Emily Washines, Amy Bowers-Cordalis, Laurie Olin, and Jessica Henson. More details coming soon.
FIELD TRIP
Visit a recently restored site with the project sponsors and designers to discuss project goals, challenges and outcomes.
LOCATION
2025 LOCATION - SKAMANIA LODGE
"Skamania" is the Chinook Indian word for "swift water". The Columbia River Gorge hotel is aptly named, as it overlooks the majestic Columbia River that divides Oregon and Washington. There are also over 70 waterfalls nearby, including the famous Multnomah Falls, which at 620 feet, is the fifth highest waterfall in the United States. 45 minutes from Portland, the lodge offers 258 guest rooms, a 22,000 square foot conference and event center, an 18-hole, par 70 golf course, spa and fitness center. The fitness center includes two Peloton bikes, top of the line Precor fitness equipment, an indoor heated swimming pool, dry saunas and indoor and outdoor whirlpools. Adjacent to the lodge is a fitness course, volleyball and hiking trails.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
The 2025 RRNW Mentorship Program is back by popular demand after our inaugural program last year. The purpose of our 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 personal and professional development, fostering networking opportunities, building confidence, broadening perspectives, and promoting retention and engagement in our fields. These programs can have a lasting impact on mentees' and mentors' lives, both personally and professionally.
2025 RRNW Mentorship Program sign ups will open soon. The application deadline is December 15, 2025.
KLINGEMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Submission for the 2025 Symposium Klingeman Scholarship is now closed.
Are you a river restoration professional interested in attending the River Restoration Northwest’s Annual Symposium at Skamania Lodge in Washington in February 2025? Do you work for a non-profit, tribe or First Nation, or resource conservation district? Do you belong to an underrepresented community in this field? If so, you may be eligible for the Peter Klingeman Scholarship Program.
The Peter Klingeman Scholarship Program is a unique opportunity for individuals from underrepresented communities to attend the River Restoration Northwest Annual Symposium, which will take place February 3-7, 2025 at Skamania Lodge, WA. The scholarship covers the full cost of registration, travel, accommodation, and meals for the duration of the symposium.
STUDENT INTERNS
Submission for the 2025 Symposium Student Internships is now closed.
Are you a student interested in attending the River Restoration Northwest’s Annual Symposium at Skamania Lodge in Washington in February 2025? If so, please consider applying for the Student Internship Program to assist in putting on the premier stream restoration symposium on the West Coast. The Internship Program is a great opportunity for resume boosting, networking and professional development.
You will receive free registration to the symposium and all lodging and meals will be covered. All you have to do is get there! Interns are expected to be on-site Sunday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.
