The Problem

From the ridge tops to the valley bottom, the Wenatchee River watershed is a spectacular place to live, work and play. When asked what we love most about the area we may each picture something different, but chances are whatever comes to mind is dependent on one critical factor- an abundance of clean, cool water. Whether we see ourselves hiking, rafting, fishing, or farming, our quality of life is directly related to the quality and quantity of water in our rivers and streams.

Over the past few decades the population in the Wenatchee River watershed has increased dramatically. We may notice all the new faces while waiting in traffic or searching for a quiet place to cast our line, but less apparent are the problems brewing beneath the surface of our local waterways.

Studies indicate that many reaches of the Wenatchee River and its tributaries do not meet water quality standards set in place to protect human health and fish habitat. The science behind what is going on can be complex, but The Solution is simple and it begins with us.