The First Decent - The Klamath Runs Free

April 15, 2025 00:29:10
The First Decent - The Klamath Runs Free
KMUD News
The First Decent - The Klamath Runs Free

Apr 15 2025 | 00:29:10

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Show Notes

This summer a group of indigenous youth will ride the Klamath River from source to see, the first event of its kind in over 100 years, now possible because of the removal of four dams on the river. "The First Decent" is a 30 day, 400 mile trek; a celebration of the freeing of the Klamath.

KMUD spoke to Amada Lang from Rios to Rivers about this historical event, the dam removals and what comes next for the local, indigenous paddle clubs.

You can watch our related video on KMUD's YouTube channel, video made by Sigur-Björn for KMUD News.

See riostorivers.org and @riostorivers for more info on the First Decent and community events taking place during it.

Thanks to Rush Sturges & Rios to Rivers for permission to use the footage from their upcoming film. See their work at https://www.riostorivers.org/films

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