Hear latest project updates at public meetingWednesday, October 25 at 6:00 PM; Akron-Summit County Public Library Main Branch Members of the public are invited to attend a community update on the process to remove a 420-foot-wide, 60-foot-tall dam within Gorge Metro … Continued
Come join Friends of the Crooked River at our annual member (and friends)summer picnic! When: Saturday, August 19th, at noon Where: The home of a friend and longtimeCuyahoga River advocate,Hiram, OH. We’ll have burgers, hot dogs, chicken, & meatless options. … Continued
The Friends of the Crooked River organizes several outings in the Cleveland and Akron area throughout the year. Outings include paddling trips, biking, and hikes.
2022 Paddle & Picnic Our Summer Member (and friends) Gathering When: Saturday, August 27th at 1 p.m. Paddle begins at 1 pm; non-paddlers go straight to Bill’s, Dinner served around 3:00.Share Cuyahoga cheer with fellow river rats! Join us for … Continued
A River Flows Through It River Day is on June 18, 2022 but there are events to enjoy throughout the month of June. Events Night Rides on the Towpath Trail Blue Heron Homecoming 2022 Whiskey Island Walk Stream Cleanups Tinkers … Continued
Friends of the Crooked River Present 2022 River Rat Revelry Our Annual Gathering When: Tuesday, April 19 at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:00 pm, Program begins at 7:00 pm Where: Lions Lodge 641 Silver Lake Avenue Cuyahoga Falls, OH … Continued
Update (2/4): We are pleased that Mayor Horrigan has withdrawn the proposal to sell mineral rights in Akron’s upper Cuyahoga watershed. Akron mayor pulls plan to drill for oil and gas at LaDue Reservoir | Akron Beacon Journal On Saturday, … Continued
This spring, the members of Friends of the Crooked River reelected John Kaminski and Jacki Zevenbergen to the Board of Trustees. The full Board consists of John Kaminski, Elaine Marsh, Harold Marsh, Keith Riley, Ken Schneider, Gary Whidden, and Jacki … Continued
Alert: Follow the progress of the Brecksville Dam removal by clickling here. The Brecksville Dam has had many names: the Station Rd. dam, the Rt. 82 dam and the Canal Diversion dam. The original dam and its rebuild have had … Continued
We all want to paddle and we all want to stay healthy. In the current crisis, it may be difficult to do both. If you choose to go paddling, here are some helpful tips: BE SMART MAINTAIN 6 FT OF … Continued