Check back for info on the 2010 California Rivers Festival Would you like to be a SPONSOR for the 2010 event? click here. Would you like to provide an EXHIBIT of Information, Activism, or Gear? click here. 2009 California Rivers Festival: Sat. March 14th, Sacramento From mellow, meandering rivers to roaring, raucous whitewhiter rivers the 2009 California Rivers Festival brought us closer to enjoying California's great outdoors. Check out our Photo Album from our 2009 Festival Swap Meet * Food * Exhibitors * Films * Outdoor Gear & Clothing MORE INFORMATION: 2009 Workshops 2009 Auctions ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA RIVERS FESTIVAL Friends of the River this year brings back the California Rivers Festival, the popular annual event that has something for everyone: kayakers, whitewater boaters, fly fishermen, families interested in learning about California rivers, and anyone who wants to get involved in river conservation. Held each year as the snow starts to melt and the rivers start to rise, the festival brings river enthusiasts together to have fun, as well as to learn more about the rivers they love and about Friends of the River¹s work to protect rivers throughout the state. ANNUAL FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS: An opportunity to learn about whitewater rafting and kayaking by talking with vendors who offer outings and lessons. Workshops on river sports techniques and how to save rivers. Opportunities to get involved in protecting California¹s wild rivers. A pavilion full of the latest kayak and whitewater gear from major outdoor retailers Swap meet offering used whitewater boats and gear. Live and silent auction with loads of great gear California Rivers Festival Art Gallery Adventure films, live entertainment and delectable edibles. Kids games Whether you bomb down a tight, rocky chute in your kayak in the early spring or enjoy a lazy float on a meandering CA river in the summer, the CA River Festival has something for you. For more information about the 2010 Rivers Festival contact Johnnie Carlson at 916-442-3155.

2009 Sponsors Watershed Pacific River Supply Mainstream Confluence  Farm Fresh to You Tributary OARS