• Friends of the River

    Protecting California Rivers for over 50 Years

Join Our Team

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lead Scientist to spearhead our technical and analytical efforts in protecting and restoring California’s rivers and estuaries. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to apply science-based strategies to influence public policy, evaluate water management projects, and advocate for sustainable aquatic ecosystems. Apply today!

Saving California rivers is up to us

With your support, we can work together to restore flows where excessive diversions reduce flows, to improve hydropower operations to benefit people and fish, to fight destructive reservoirs, and to strengthen river protections.

Friends of the River

Committed to becoming a more powerful voice for a climate resilient water future in California with healthy rivers, equal access to safe and affordable drinking water, and a thriving, sustainable economy for all Californians.

OUR WORK

Friends of the River works not just to preserve our rivers, but to change how people think about them—not as a resource to be exploited, but as a treasure to be enjoyed.

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