USFS Chattooga River Proposal Released

posted July 2, 2008
by Kevin Colburn
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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.

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Chattooga Public Meeting Scheduled for July 27th

posted July 7, 2006
by Kevin Colburn
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The USDA Forest Service will hold a public meeting on July 27th in Highlands, NC to give an update on the Upper Chattooga River visitor use capacity analysis. Paddlers interested in the management of the Chattooga River are encouraged to attend. American Whitewater staff will also be in attendance.
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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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