The storm passed and the sun and I decided to rise to the occasion.
About RiverLinkRecovery, Resilience + Planning
Recovery following a disaster is an ongoing learning process and a constantly changing landscape. Throughout the journey, we remain committed to the rivers of our region — to ensure their recovery is front-and-center as we find our way to a new normal and that we “make way” for our waterways to increase community flood resilience and reduce future losses.
Helene Recovery40 Years of River Protection
Our waterways connect us and represent our ecological addresses. RiverLink is honored to celebrate our 40th year in this community in 2026. If our mission for land and water restoration, resilience and economic revitalization, and education for a new generation of river advocates resonates with you, we enthusiastically invite you to join us in this journey.
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Adopt-A-Stream
Do you have a stream with mild to moderate bank damage? This program can help you restore these spaces. Read More
RiverCamp Opens Soon
Registration opens on Jan 30th, come join us for a summer of fun on the river! Read More
Volunteer for the River This Spring!
Mark your calendars for our standing volunteer days coming this Spring. Read More
RiverLink Blog
Check out updates for our programs and projects, and learn about fun topics related to our beautiful French Broad River and its watershed.
Read MoreNasty Branch | A Name That Remembers, A Chance to Restore
Nasty Branch is one of Buncombe County’s most polluted streams, impacted primarily by urban stormwater runoff and the loss of riparian vegetation. Learn more about… Read More
Charting a Healthier Future for the Middle Swannanoa River
The Swannanoa River winds through the valley that bears its name, connecting communities and shaping both the landscape and the people who call it home. Read More
Hope Returns as a Tiny Fish in the Swannanoa
Photo Credit: Rob Van Epps (robvanepps) on iNaturalist Sometimes a disaster delivers hope in surprising packages. When Tropical Storm Helene arrived, the Swannanoa Valley was… Read More
Nature-Based Art | Therapeutic Art for Students Post-Helene
Hurricane Helene left our school systems and families scrambling to meet physical, mental, and emotional needs for students. One strategy RiverLink used to provide support… Read More
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Woodfin Greenway & Blueway
The Greenway & Blueway project is an ambitious $34 million effort to construct five miles of greenway along the French Broad River and Beaverdam Creek, new river access sites, the new Silver-Line Park, expansion of Riverside Park, and creation of the in-stream Wave feature for whitewater paddling and surfing enthusiasts.
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