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Read about our various updates for our programs and projects that are working to preserve the French Broad River and its watershed.
More NewsRaising River Cane: Restoring Cultural Heritage
RiverLink has received a $20,500 grant award from the Cherokee Preservation Foundation to restore native river cane along the French Broad River in Asheville!… Read More
Karen Cragnolin Park: A Look Back
After 17 years preparing the land, healing the soil, listening to our neighbors, and designing with world-renowned landscape architects, we’re delighted that the Greenway Phase… Read More
Family Fun: Stream Exploration and Macroinvertebrates
Looking for some fun outdoor activities to do with the family? Head on down to your local stream where you can explore the hidden life… Read More
Don’t Mow, Let it Grow! The Importance of Riparian Buffers
Riparian buffers are vegetated areas alongside streams, wetlands, and rivers. A healthy riparian buffer consists of a mix of native trees, shrubs, grasses, and flowering… Read More
Greenway Phase for Karen Cragnolin Park
We're excited to move forward on the greenway phase of this long awaited park! This greenway will connect Carrier and Amboy parks moving foot traffic away from the road. We'll be breaking ground soon to start construction Read More
Raising River Cane
RiverLink has received a $20,500 grant award from the Cherokee Preservation Foundation to restore native river cane along the French Broad River in Asheville! Read More
Apply to be a RiverCamp Counselor
We are currently hiring a counselor for our 5 weeks of summer camps. Join the team as we explore waterfall, streams and creeks, and have adventures on the river. Read More
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Karen Cragnolin Park
Named in honor of RiverLink’s founding Executive Director, this 5.33-acre tract of land in the French Broad River Park corridor has gone through an impressive transformation from former junkyard to reclaimed, open greenspace.
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Woodfin Greenway & Blueway
The Greenway & Blueway project is an ambitious $18.1 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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Upcoming Events
Due to the continually evolving COVID-19 situation, we are easing back into in-person events. We are still working hard to protect the watershed and connect our community to the river and we hope to have more public events soon!