OUR VISION

We believe the Copper River watershed can have a vibrant, healthy future.

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We are excited to welcome our new Partnership Administrator, Amy Scudder, to the CRWP Team!

Amy began working for CRWP in 2024 and loves to find meaningful, place-based connections, with the lands, waters and people that both nourish and connect the Copper River Watershed. As someone who could never decide if she was a "water" or "mountain" person she is thrilled to be engaging partners that connect the vast geology and hydrology in the region. Amy holds a B.S. in Biology, a M.S. in Environmental Science, and is currently pursuing a M.A. in organizational leadership and conflict mediation. During free moments she can be found hiking the Wrangell mountains, exploring glaciers, biking as much as possible, adventuring with her teen children, cooking, reading and knitting.

Welcome to the team, Amy!
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https://copperriver.org/about-us/staff/
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CORDOVA - Have you noticed all the orange flowers popping right now? Those are Orange Hawkweed flowers, a voracious invasive species.

Join us in our efforts to stop the spread of this stubborn invasive by participating in the Deadhead Challenge June 28th - July 5th! Bring bags of clipped or snapped Orange Hawkweed flowers to the CRWP office and be entered into the raffle!

Clip or snap the stem of Orange Hawkweed to collect. By removing the flower heads, you are preventing the spread of wind dispersed seeds. It is NOT advised to pull the entire plant, unless only a couple of plants are present. This weed thrives on underground disturbance and will expand its roots further once pulled. Happy clipping!
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Find more on our Invasive Plant Management Program here https://copperriver.org/programs/invasive-plant-management/
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Have you heard?

Gakona TRIfesta

The 4th Annual Gakona TRIfesta begins with biking from the heart of Gakona, paddling the Gulkana River, then running back to the historic Gakona Lodge. The races take you by three amazing rivers in the Copper River watershed – the Gakona, Copper, and Gulkana Rivers.

🏆 Prizes are awarded to the top male and female finishers (adult & youth) and for the best-dressed racer!

WHEN: Saturday, July 13th, 11am

WHERE: Gakona Lodge, Copper Basin

REGISTER: In person the morning of the event, the night before at the Gakona Lodge bib pick-up, or online. Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for minors, and all proceeds go to support CRWP. Proceeds come back to CRWP to support our stewardship work.

Salmon Jam - July 19th & 20th!
For over 15 years, the Salmon Jam Music Festival in Cordova has been bringing world-class music and providing a stage for local and regional acts — all to get your toes tapping and feet moving while we raise money for the arts in Cordova!

WHEN: July 19-20

WHERE: Mt. Eyak Ski Area, Cordova

Proceeds from the Salmon Jam Festival help support year-round cultural and educational activities in Cordova. These cultural activities make art available to our isolated community and educate Cordova youth, with artists offering special performances during the school day for all students.

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