We expect an equally impressive response in 2000, as urban sprawl, water use conflicts, dam controversies, mining impacts, agricultural pollution, flood control projects, and myriad other threats continue to imperil rivers across the nation. Most Endangered Rivers of 2000 holds the promise of providing it with a much-needed spotlight to bring local, regional, and national attention to its plight and what must be done to protect or restore it. To nominate a river, please complete the enclosed nomination package and return it to Suzy McDowell, Conservation Outreach Coordinator at American Rivers. All nominations must be postmarked no later than October 11, 1999. Please be sure to read the nomination directions carefully to ensure that you provide us with all requested information and materials.
Decision points are especially important.
In order to be selected for America's Most Endangered Rivers of 2000, there must be one or more decision points between April 2000 and April 2001 that could significantly affect the health of the river, for better or worse. It is also important that you fully document and support your case with data, reports, news articles, and other materials. Including photos, slides, b-roll, or video with your nomination materials will improve your river's chances of being selected for the report. With your help, Earth Day Network is building the world's largest network of environmental activists. Earth Day 2000 will mobilize that network to stage the most powerful environmental event in human history.