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Protected Rivers Explorer: Using Science & Data to Advance Meaningful Protection Initiatives
Wednesday May 13, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Zapata
This session is suited for anyone with interest in protection of rivers and the values they possess (e.g., drinking water, fish and wildlife, etc). The session will consist of a short presentation on the science behind the groundbreaking National Protected Rivers Assessment. Followed by Q&A, and a demo /interactive tutorial on how to use the Protected Rivers Explorer tool. Participants will leave with a solid understanding of the National Protected Rivers Assessment and how to put it to use in their work.
Speakers
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Mike Fiebig

Director, Southwest River Protection Program, American Rivers
Michael Fiebig directs the Southwest River Protection Program at American Rivers, leading efforts to protect and defend the most ecologically and culturally important rivers in the Southwest U.S. by partnering with Tribes, local communities, NGOs, land managers, researchers, creatives... Read More →
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David Moryc

Senior Director, National River Protection Program, American Rivers
David provides overall leadership and strategic direction for the River Protection conservation program. David joined American Rivers in November 1999 in the Northwest Region where he helped shape policy on river restoration, protection and federal dam issues relating to salmon and... Read More →
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John Zablocki

National River Protection Program Director, American Rivers
Personal story:
My work in river conservation started in 2005. I had a summer fellowship in a chemistry lab in Austria, and after I was done, I traveled all around the Balkans. I was absolutely mesmerized by the rivers I encountered and understood that many of them would be lost in the coming years... Read More →
Wednesday May 13, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Zapata Westin Riverwalk Wan Antonio: 420 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
  Sessions, Healthy Rivers

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