Spring and early summer are a crucial time of year for the American River: It’s when we find out how much Sierra Nevada snowmelt will be available to fill Folsom Reservoir, and what that means for salmon and steelhead.
News
Sharing news and information about the work of the Water Forum and our members.
Public Invited to Learn About the 2024 Habitat Project at River Bend
The Water Forum’s 2024 Habitat Project will enhance crucial habitat for native fall-run Chinook salmon and steelhead trout at River Bend (in the river near River Band Park in Rancho Cordova and William B. Pond Recreation Area in Carmichael).
The American River Parkway Foundation: Our partner in protecting the Lower American River
Founded in 1983, the Foundation is the only nonprofit focused on conserving the full 23 miles of the Lower American River.
30 Years Together: Cooperating for Habitat and Flood Control
Spotlight on the Lower American River Task Force
Folsom Launches “Water Vision” Project: A 50-Year Plan to Secure Water Supply and Address Climate Change
The city of Folsom is embarking on the most ambitious water planning effort in its history.
New Salmon Successes
By Susan Maxwell Skinner–Within weeks of a $3.6 million Water Forum project completion in October, giant chinook were spawning in new gravel beds beside Ancil Hoffman Park.
Interpretive Sign Shares 2021 Habitat Project and Honors Jonas Minton
A new interpretive sign that highlights the Water Forum 2021 habitat enhancement project and pays tribute to the late Jonas Minton, a Water Forum visionary, is now installed.
Upper River Bend Habitat Project Reaches Halfway Milestone
The Water Forum’s 2023 Habitat Project at Upper River Bend in Carmichael has reached its midway point and is now progressing into the next phase. Crews from Ford Construction finished excavating and sorting gravel for spawning areas. Over the next…
Water Forum Business Strategy Annual Review 2022-23: Celebrating Milestones and Collective Progress
The Water Forum is pleased to present its Business Strategy Annual Review for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The review highlights the near-term progress achieved over the past year toward advancing the Water Forum’s coequal objectives and the priorities outlined in the…
Introducing the Water Forum’s Newly Redesigned Website!
We are thrilled to unveil our refreshed and redesigned website, created from the ground up with YOU in mind!