Protect

Protecting California’s rivers means tackling the biggest threats head-on while advancing solutions that keep rivers flowing, resilient, and alive for future generations.

From reforming dam operations to securing lasting protections for Wild & Scenic Rivers, Friends of the River works to defend waterways, ecosystems, and communities across the state.

Learn more about the key issues shaping the future of California’s rivers.

What’s threatening our rivers—and how we can protect them.