July 2, 2024–Much of the once accessible backwater habitat on the Apalachicola River is now cut off by mounds of sand blocking flowing water from going into and out of sloughs. Sloughs are naturally occurring streams fed by a main river. They carry water to floodplain swamps and backwater ponds and lakes creating a […]

June 2, 2024-Thank you Tallahassee area members and supporters! We sure enjoying hanging out with you at this sweet summer tradition. The Ice Cream Social under the live oak trees at Goodwood Museum offers a relaxing setting to catch up with supporters and members, especially with live music from Two Guys and Guitars. Thank you

June 12, 2024–Our RiverTrek campaign is underway!  Meet each dynamic volunteer paddling team here. They are eagerly  launching their individual fundraising campaigns within their respective communities. Later in October, this crew will launch their packed kayaks in Chattahoochee, Florida for a 5 day wilderness immersion trip along the Apalachicola River. RiverTrek is Apalachicola Riverkeeper’s largest

PRESS RELEASE June 7, 2024 Apalachicola Riverkeeper Files Legal Challenge to Block Oil Drilling Permit Apalachicola, FL ––      Apalachicola Riverkeeper has announced a legal challenge to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (FDEP) Notice of Intent to issue a permit to Clearwater Land and Minerals FLA, LLC. This permit would allow exploratory oil and gas

June 11, 2024–Apalachicola, FL– Join us in a big shout out of “Happy Work Anniversary” to Susan Macken, Administrative Director at Apalachicola Riverkeeper (ARK). ARK got a large magnitude lucky break when Susan Macken retired to Apalachicola over a decade ago.   In the summer of 2014, Susan began working part-time in our office on Water

May 31, 2024–Georgia Ackerman met up with Blountstown residents today at Neal Landing to discuss ARK activities and hear updates from the group. A primary concern expressed by those in attendance was the Clearwater Land and Minerals permit. The company plans to drill an exploratory oil and gas well in floodplain of the Apalachicola River

May 18, 2024- Thank you for helping make the first annual Riverpalooza a wonderful success! We were thrilled many people joined the morning cleanup, despite the threatening weather. The big trash scores of the day included two refrigerators pulled from the river. Photo album here. Related News story here. In the afternoon, we  gathered for

June 1, 2024–Do you want to make a difference by expanding awareness and action to protect and preserve the Apalachicola River? Join our team! Apalachicola Riverkeeper is currently seeking a Director of Outreach. Here is the Director of Outreach Job Description The position is open until filled. Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]

June 7, 2024 Apalachicola Riverkeeper Files Legal Challenge to Block Oil Drilling Permit Apalachicola, FL –Apalachicola Riverkeeper announced a legal challenge to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (FDEP) Notice of Intent to issue a permit to Clearwater Land and Minerals FLA, LLC. This permit would allow exploratory oil and gas drilling within the floodplain