USFS Chattooga River Proposal Released

posted July 2, 2008

by Kevin Colburn

Today the United States Forest Service released their new proposal for management of the upper Chattooga River, and an environmental assessment of their alternatives. There will be a 30 day public comment period. The USFS proposes to essentially maintain their ban on boating while allowing other uses unlimited access - again without any basis whatsoever.

Paddlers File Suit Against US Forest Service

posted May 18, 2006

by Mark Singleton

American Whitewater, the nation's leading non-profit whitewater river conservation organization, filed suit today to restore the public's ability to paddle the headwaters region of the 52-mile Wild and Scenic Chattooga River. The American Canoe Association, Georgia Canoeing Association, Atlanta Whitewater Club, Western Carolina Paddlers, and the Foothills Paddling Club, along with three individuals, are also plaintiffs in the lawsuit.
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