Apalachicola Riverkeeper is leading the legal fight to stop oil drilling near the Apalachicola River, in its floodplain and upstream of the Apalachicola Bay. We’re headed to court the week of December 9, 2024. Coalition partners remain strongly opposed to oil & gas drilling in the floodplain of the Apalachicola River. Please donate today to […]
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By Doug Alderson October 2024–For this past RiverTrek, I was able to gain a new perspective. I served as a one-armed first mate on the support boat since I fractured my left arm playing tennis the week before. When I fell on my arm, my first thought was “Oh my God, RiverTrek!” X-rays the next
Our 2024 Virtual Silent Auction was a success! Thanks to everyone who bid on the amazing items we had on offer for helping us achieve our goal, and thanks to all the generous donors who gave us the items that made it all possible. The funds raised really help us in our efforts to protect
Apalachicola Riverkeeper’s 2024 Virtual Silent Auction goes live today, November 22 2024 at 8:00AM! Please join us and bid on our wide selection of amazing items, ranging from vacation home stays to art, crafts, services, kayaks, and much, much more. We are still accepting items, so if you would like to help support our efforts
We’re so excited! The annual virtual auction is just around the corner. Wait ‘til you see some of the terrific donations we’ve received already. You will have the opportunity to bid on everything from great one-of-a-kind experiences to enduring art treasures. This is a perfect way to do your Holiday shopping and give the
October 24, 2024- The 2024 Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship will take place in Apalachicola for the first time this weekend, October 25-27. Ten teams of anglers will depart from Scipio Creek Marina at 7:30am on each of the three days, returning at day’s end for weight reveal. Turbulent waters from the passing of Hurricanes
This morning a group of volunteers launched their kayaks along with the support crew to make the 107+ mile voyage from Chattahoochee, FL to Apalachicola for our annual RiverTrek event. The group will arrive five days later on Sunday, October 27.
October 2024–Riverkeeper Cameron Baxley conducted a flyover of the Apalachicola River with Southwings, to check on river and floodplain conditions after Hurricane Helene, including floodplain areas near proposed oil drilling. Southwings is a nonprofit that links volunteer pilots with other non-profit organizations to advocate for the restoration and protection of ecosystems across the Southeast. Virginia
October 12, 2024–Saturday dawned bright, cool and alive with the sounds of nature to beautifully set the stage for Porchfest Music Festival. Apalachicola Riverkeeper was privileged to join our good neighbors at Trinity Episcopal Church under the sprawling arms of ancient oaks and be embraced by the music and open-hearted joy of this remarkable community.
October 15, 2024–The RiverTrek campaign begins months prior to the 5-day kayaking expedition down the Apalachicola River. The volunteer team members spend many weeks leading up to the adventure raising funds and awareness for the significance of the Apalachicola River and Bay system along with the vital work of Apalachicola Riverkeeper. Since 1998, Apalachicola Riverkeeper
