Safety Initiatives Canadian River Safety database - A wiki site for logging all river-related accidents and injuries. Use it! Environmental Initiatives Endangered Creeks Expedition - An inspiring film dedicated to raising awareness of the threat facing many of British Columbia's best steep creeks by micro-hydro projects. Support this local individual initiative and order the full DVD. 49 Megawatts - A film documenting the pork barrel politics that resulted in the damming of the Ashlu River in BC. If the Ashlu can be killed then nothing is sacred. Educate yourself and get involved. Rivers at Risk - Documentary film series by Save Our Rivers promoting awareness of proposed hydro dams in BC. Downstream - A film documenting the devastation of rivers in northern Alberta by the oil industry. Conservation Organizations National Other
American Whitewater - Lobby group for conservation, access, and safety issues.
British Canoe Union - Includes kayaking too.
Media Rapid Magazine - Canada's premier whitewater publication (4 issues annually, back issues available free on-line)
Kayak Session - Magazine covering the international kayak scene.
Paddler Magazine - Mostly American in focus.
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