Environmental Issues

Kansas Wildlife Federation (KWF)

T. J. Hittle received the Kansas Conservationist of the Year Award for 2006 at the Kansas Wildlife Federation's annual banquet on Saturday February 10.  T. J. is well known in the paddling world and has logged over 7,000 river miles in all parts of the United States and Central and South America.  But T. J. received this award for his years of work in educating people and legislators about the miserable state of river access in Kansas as well as his efforts in preserving Kansas' natural habitats for future generations.  Read more about this award for a KCWC club member who truly deserved this recognition:  AWARD

Kansas River Dam Information

This webpage provides detailed information about the proposed changes at the I-435 dam in Kansas City, Kansas.  

BRWA 

If you live in the Blue River watershed, you might be interested in visiting the website for the Blue River Watershed Association and find out more about environmental issues affecting a large portion of the Kansas City area.

Cleanups 

The Missouri River Relief organization will be sponsoring cleanups on the river in 2007.  To find out dates and locations go to:  the Missouri River.

Clean-Up Events 2007
To be announced

Leave No Trace 

This is an organization dedicated to improving our experience in nature by minimizing human impact and preserving the natural scenery.