Topics Where We Work Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands

Western Water

Arizonans Support Collaboration, Investments in Water 
July 18, 2025 — Poll affirms Arizonans understand the importance of water security
SOUTHWEST
An American Dipper stands in rushing water.
Colorado’s Water Plan Shapes the Future as More Funds Flow into Stream Restoration
July 17, 2025 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s new memo guides restoration proponents on Colorado Water Plan funding for water projects that benefit birds and people.
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̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Applauds Bipartisan Water Solution for Arizona’s Urban Areas
June 30, 2025 — Recent legislation signed by Governor Hobbs will facilitate responsible and water-wise housing—while saving groundwater
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A White-faced Ibis wades in blue water.
Investing in the West’s Water Future: Why Con Must Fully Fund the WaterSMART Program
June 30, 2025 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ and 100+ organizations urge robust support for a proven solution to drought and water scarcity.
San Miguel River near Telluride, Colorado
Colorado River Talks Must Continue as Deadlines Loom
June 05, 2025 — Creativity and collaboration needed to share a smaller river
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American Avocets wade in a shallow sea.
Water Flows for the First Time at Major Salton Sea Habitat Project
May 20, 2025 — Flooding creates 2,000 acres of habitat, reduces hazardous dust
CALIFORNIA
Snowy Egret
State Investments for a Resilient Arizona
May 19, 2025 — Annual state budget needs to include funding that protects Arizona’s lands and waters
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Western Kingbird
Investments in Water Resilience Helps Stretch Existing Supplies
May 16, 2025 — Tour of water projects in Tucson, Arizona demonstrates the impact funding has on the ground
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Rufous Hummingbird
Working Together to Pass Rural Groundwater Management in Arizona
April 10, 2025 — Finding commonalities among legislative proposals
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A Great Blue Heron stands in a foggy wetland.
Shaping Colorado’s Water Future
February 24, 2025 — How ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Rockies will protect birds, watersheds, and communities in Colorado in 2025.
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