Creating a Climate-Resilient Lawn
Our lawns can have a significant impact on the health of our environment. Pristine swaths of fresh cut grass may look nice but they come with many downsides. Read More
RiverLink Blog
Going Green For Clean Water
As the #1 source of pollution in this watershed, unmitigated stormwater runoff worsens flooding, erosion, and harms water quality. In contrast, green infrastructure offers nature-based solutions for managing stormwater that… Read More
Poison Ivy | Naughty and Nice, a Nuanced Native
Poison Ivy often gets a bad rap, but this vining plant native to Western North Carolina offers numerous ecological benefits. In our latest blog post we explore the role that… Read More
Warmer, Wetter, Wilder | Climate Change Can Deliver a Deluge
Splash Into Summer | Asheville Swim Guide
Looking to experience our local waterways around Asheville and explore new swimming holes with your friends and family? Check out the guide below for RiverLink’s recommendations for summer swimming. … Read More
Draining the Deluge | Stormwater and Urban Flooding
Ever wondered at the murky water of a stream or river following a rainstorm, in contrast with its clearer waters the day before? At the heart of the situation is… Read More
Gateway to the Greenways
RiverLink is delighted to announce plans to develop its latest public green space designed to serve cyclists, runners, and pedestrians along the French Broad River. Read More
Stormwater and Sediment
Ever wondered at the murky water of a stream or river following a rainstorm, in contrast with its clearer waters the day before? At the heart of the situation is… Read More
Resident’s Guide to Stormwater
As homeowners, business owners, gardeners, or anyone who stewards land, you play a critical role in what happens to rain once it reaches the ground. With the power of observation… Read More
After the Storm | Water Quality and the French Broad
Stormwater runoff harms aquatic life in streams by introducing pollutants including heavy metals, excess nutrients, and chemicals. Elevated levels of these contaminants disrupt the delicate balance of aquatic ecosystems, leading… Read More