25th Annual River Restoration Northwest Symposium
February 1st – 5th, 2027
Short Courses on Monday, February 1
3-Day Plenary Sessions on Tuesday–Thursday, February 2–4
Field Trip on Friday, February 5
Celebrating 25 Years of RRNW’s
Annual River Restoration Symposium
Join us in looking ahead to the 2027 River Restoration Symposium—an essential gathering for professionals dedicated to the science and practice of river restoration. This annual event at Skamania Lodge brings together engineers, scientists, planners, policymakers, and community leaders to share knowledge, explore innovative solutions, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration in river restoration efforts. This year marks both the 25th anniversary of the symposium and River Restoration Northwest as a nonprofit scientific and educational organization. We look forward to celebrating these milestones with you!
📫 Stay Informed
- Sign up for our Newsletter for the latest updates on the symposium program and registration details.
- Mark your calendar for February 1–5, 2027 and prepare to contribute to meaningful conversations and collaborations at the 25th Annual RRNW Symposium.
That’s a wrap!
Thanks for joining us for the 2026 River Restoration Northwest (RRNW) Symposium—an essential gathering for professionals dedicated to the science and practice of river restoration. This annual event at Skamania Lodge, brings together engineers, scientists, planners, policymakers, and community leaders to share knowledge, explore innovative solutions, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration in river restoration efforts.
SHORT COURSES
Learn, share, and grow with full and half day courses. Stay tuned for details.
PROGRAM
Invited speakers and colleagues present in 12 different session areas (including a Poster Session) throughout the week. Stay tuned for details.
INVITED SPEAKERS
Stay tuned for details on our 2027 Invited Speakers.
FIELD TRIP
Visit a recently restored site with the project sponsors and designers to discuss project goals, challenges and outcomes. Stay tuned for details.
LOCATION
2027 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.
KLINGEMAN PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
The call for 2027 Symposium Klingeman Professional Scholarship applications opens this summer!
Application start date: July 13, 2026
Application deadline: September 11, 2026
Are you a river restoration professional hoping to attend the River Restoration Northwest Annual Symposium at Skamania Lodge, Washington, in February 2027? Do you work with a nonprofit organization, tribal or First Nations government, or resource conservation district? Are you part of an underrepresented community in the river restoration field?
If so, you may be eligible for the Peter Klingeman Scholarship Program.
This scholarship provides full support to attend the 2027 RRNW Symposium (February 1–5, 2027). It covers:
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Full registration to the symposium
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All meals during the event
The Peter Klingeman Scholarship is designed to increase accessibility and ensure diverse voices are represented in river restoration. We encourage all eligible applicants to apply and help shape the future of our rivers.
SYMPOSIUM STUDENT INTERNS
The call for 2027 Symposium Student Internship applications opens this summer!
Application start date: July 13, 2026
Application deadline: September 11, 2026
Calling All Students: Want to Attend the Premier River Restoration Symposium for Free?
Are you a student passionate about rivers, restoration, and making a real impact? Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2027 River Restoration Northwest Symposium, happening February 1–5, 2027 at Skamania Lodge in Washington!
Apply for the Student Internship Program—a hands-on opportunity to help host the West Coast’s leading river restoration event while building your resume, growing your network, and jumpstarting your career in natural resources.
💥 What’s Included?
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FREE symposium registration
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Lodging and meals—100% covered
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Unmatched professional development and networking opportunities
🛠️ All we ask is that you help behind the scenes and be on-site from Sunday afternoon through Thursday afternoon. We’ll handle the rest. All you need to do is get yourself there!
📣 Spots are limited—Be part of something powerful!
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
The call for 2027 RRNW Mentorship Program sign-ups will open during Symposium registration.
The RRNW Mentorship Program builds connections that inspire, support, and elevate the river restoration community. The six-month program is coordinated to begin in conjunction with the annual Symposium, creating space for at least one in-person connection between mentors and mentees during Symposium events, including the Mentorship Program lunch.
Designed for early-career professionals, the program offers the opportunity to learn from experienced leaders in the field. Whether you're looking to gain career insights, expand your network, or build confidence in your path forward, this is a powerful chance to grow both personally and professionally.
Mentorship plays a vital role in:
• Transferring real-world knowledge and experience
• Supporting professional development
• Creating meaningful connections and lasting impact
• Fostering engagement and retention in the field
Whether you're a mentor or mentee, this program is about building bridges, sharing stories, and shaping the future of river restoration—together.
Participants can express interest as either a mentor or mentee during Symposium registration for in-person attendance.
📫 Stay Informed
- Sign up for our Newsletter for the latest updates on the symposium program and registration details.
- Mark your calendar for February 2–6, 2026 and prepare to contribute to meaningful conversations and collaborations at the RRNW Symposium.
🔔 Registration Updates 📢
- 3-day tickets are SOLD OUT
- Friday Field Trip tickets are SOLD OUT
- Steep Channel Design Method short course is SOLD OUT
- Riparian Restoration short course is SOLD OUT
- Other in-person Monday Short Courses tickets are still available
- Only a few in-person 1-Day Thursday tickets are still available
- 3-Day Virtual Livestream Registration tickets are still available
- Virtual Livestream Registration discounts are available for qualifying groups – see Symposium Logistics and FAQs
- If you would like to be notified if any additional in-person tickets become available, please fill out this interest form
📢 Registration Waitlist Now Open
Registration for the 2026 RRNW Symposium is currently full.
If you would like to attend, please join our waitlist using the form linked below. We will contact individuals as spaces become available.
