Wild and Scenic River Resources
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'Must Know' WSR Management
This guide describes the management areas that Wild and Scenic River managers and partners should know and understand. Included are resources regarding the study process, evaluating water resources, developing a Comprehensive River Management Plan, and managing Wild and Scenic Rivers. We thank member Jackie Diedrich for her guidance in our effort to suggest a framework that is intuitive and practical.
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Recently Designated WSR Video Training Series
The Recently Designated Wild and Scenic Rivers: A Training Series is a collection of nine short videos designed to support river managers, planners, and partners in managing newly designated Wild and Scenic Rivers. Developed in collaboration with federal agency staff, the series provides clear, practical guidance on essential management topics, helping viewers understand the big picture and navigate key responsibilities. Accessible on the RMS website and YouTube, these videos serve as both an introductory resource and a handy reference for ongoing management needs.
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Partnership Wild and Scenic Rivers (PWSR) Toolkit
This Toolkit was designed by the National Park Service and partners to provide resources for anyone interested in Partnership Wild and Scenic Rivers at any stage of discovery. You may use it as a reference guide for Wild and Scenic designation, a how-to guide for understanding and completing a study, or a cookbook for post-designation success.
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Training Calendar
Explore upcoming WSR trainings through the River Training Center. We offer a WSR Training Series each year. Members may also request a workshop for your river!
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Wild and Scenic Webinars
Watch a variety of on-demand WSR webinars hosted by the River Training Center.
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Wild and Scenic Rivers Coalition
This Coalition includes dozens of non-governmental agencies working to protect and defend existing and potential WSRs and broaden the movement for their conservation by raising awareness about their value. Through the Coalition, you can connect, campaign, and access resources about planning and management of WSRs.
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National Wild and Scenic Rivers System Website
This is a comprehensive list of all designated rivers, management plans, guidance documents and white papers.
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Protecting Rivers While Managing Forests Report
Published in 2026 by American Rivers and RMS member Lisa Ronald, this report explores forest stewardship on Montana's Flathead Wild and Scenic River as a case study which provides clear evidence that Wild and Scenic River stewardship and active forest management can successfully coexist over decades.
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Photo Courtesy of Bob Wick. Wild and Scenic Little North Santiam River.
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