Coalition hosting river update

The Clark Fork Coalition invites the community to its annual River News & Brews event, set for Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the Missoula Public Library.

The event will feature the annual State of the Clark Fork presentation, held from 5 to 7 p.m.

“Decades of community effort and restoration in the Clark Fork River Basin have delivered measurable gains: cleaner water in once-contaminated stretches, revitalized spawning grounds and connected passage for native trout, and healthier riparian corridors that support both wildlife and people,” coalition officials said. “These gains show what’s possible when science, policy and communities come together.”

The Clark Fork River Basin encompasses roughly 14 million acres, primarily in western Montana and a portion of northern Idaho.

While significant progress has been made, coalition officials said the river’s recovery is far from complete.

“A warming climate, ongoing contamination from both legacy and emerging pollution, and increasing demand for water supplies continue to impact water quantity and quality,” they said in a news release.

At the Oct. 15 event, coalition officials will share updates on the river’s current state, highlighting recent progress, ongoing challenges and future plans.

A moderated panel discussion with Clark Fork River experts will also be held.

The event is free and open to the public. To register or learn more, visit bit.ly/46Tzyj5 or contact the coalition at 406-542-0539.