by Justinn Overton | Sep 24, 2018 | Opinion, Pictures, Science, Uncategorized
With the watershed spanning over 5,000 square miles and 220 miles of river, getting to know the Coosa and her creeks is a lengthy project. “Getting to Know the Coosa” is a series of blog posts that will be highlighting special areas on the Coosa River. These posts are...
by Justinn Overton | Aug 13, 2018 | Fishing, Opinion, Pictures, Science, Uncategorized, Wildlife
With a staff of three full time employees, it is near impossible to get EVERYTHING we want accomplished. That’s why we are forever grateful for our interns. Especially our summer Swim Guide interns. Not a second of their time goes unnoticed to us, but it’s not as...
by Justinn Overton | Jul 16, 2018 | Fishing, Opinion, Pictures, Swim Guide, Uncategorized
“I’d rather swim than eat. I really would.” -The Moviegoer I remember one of the first times my folks took me to Logan Martin. We had a small jon boat full of tackle and snacks for a long day of fishing. All I wanted to do is swim… all...
by Justinn Overton | Jul 12, 2018 | Advocacy, Fishing, Lakes, Opinion, Science, Wildlife
Big Win for the Coosa & its Critters! Last Friday a federal court tossed the decision by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to grant the Alabama Power Co. a 30-year license to operate the hydropower dams on the Coosa River. The case was filed by... by Justinn Overton | May 25, 2017 | Lakes, Opinion
It’s Memorial Day Weekend and we’ve picked five swimmin’ holes that are already warm enough to take a dip without getting the shivers. Better yet, all these spots are on our Swim Guide, meaning you can check to make sure the water is clean before you... by Justinn Overton | Jan 14, 2015 | Advocacy, Opinion
It’s cold outside, but this newsletter is HOT off the press! In this issue: Toxic Waste in the Coosa River Coosa Canoe & Kayak Fishing Tournament Welcome New Board Members 2014: By the Numbers Thank you for your interest in our work and caring about the...
