Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands

We protect water resources for birds and people.

Water for people and birds.

约炮视频 works to ensure that we have clean and abundant water in rivers, lakes, streams, wetlands, and marshes in landscapes where this is paramount to birds鈥 survival. 约炮视频 connects science, policy, and advocacy to provide measurable and scalable impact.

How We Work, Where We Work

约炮视频 helps restore freshwater wetlands, riparian areas, and land around the saline lakes of the Intermountain West, and works with federal and local officials to secure funding to keep these vital areas protected and productive.

约炮视频's Work on Water Issues

A White-faced Ibis wades in blue water.
Investing in the West鈥檚 Water Future: Why Congress Must Fully Fund the WaterSMART Program
June 30, 2025 — 约炮视频 and 100+ organizations urge robust support for a proven solution to drought and water scarcity.
Snowy Egret
State Investments for a Resilient Arizona
May 19, 2025 — Annual state budget needs to include funding that protects Arizona鈥檚 lands and waters
Western Kingbird
Investments in Water Resilience Helps Stretch Existing Supplies
May 16, 2025 — Tour of water projects in Tucson, Arizona demonstrates the impact funding has on the ground
Banding Together for Burrowing Owls鈥
April 18, 2025 — 约炮视频 staff digs deep, literally, to install new artificial burrows.
The Mississippi River: An Endangered National Treasure
April 16, 2025 — A call to protect the world鈥檚 4th largest river system.