Western Water News

Outdoor Recreation Along Arizona’s Waterways is a $13.5 Billion Industry, Ranked Higher than Golf and Mining, New Report Says
April 11, 2019 — The study also indicates 114,000 jobs supported by recreation along state’s rivers, lakes, and streams.
How Flexible Water Management could Benefit both People and Birds
March 26, 2019 — Exploring a water banking system that works for Utah.
How Craft Beer Is Helping Save Water In the Colorado River Basin
March 08, 2019 — The Western Rivers Brewers Council continues to be an integral partner of Audubon Arizona’s dedication to a sustainable water future.
The Drought Contingency Plan and How We Got Here
March 06, 2019 — Getting DCP over the finish line.
Watershed Moment for Addressing Great Salt Lake’s Declining Water Levels
March 04, 2019 — Collaborative solutions (and legislation) for protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest lake.
After Major Progress in Arizona Water Policy, Audubon Continues the Cause
February 21, 2019 — At its annual advocacy day, Audubon’s Western Rivers Action Network talked water with Arizona lawmakers.
Audubon Gives Testimony In Support of Funding to Remove Invasive Plants Along Arizona's Rivers
February 15, 2019 — The grant funding would help restore native plants and habitat.
The Exceptional Christmas Bird Counts on Great Salt Lake
February 12, 2019 — A festive mix of birds and people
How Much Water Do Birds and People Need at the Salton Sea?
February 01, 2019 — Scientists with Audubon California dug deep into science to develop a calculator to find out.
Historic Agreement Reached in Arizona to Avert Devastating Water Shortages in the West: Audubon says “critical step in protecting 36 million people and 400 species of birds”
January 31, 2019 — ‘Water is not infinite—but we’ve been treating Colorado River water like it is for decades…’