June 10-August 19: Swim Smart Monitoring The 2026 Swim Smart Monitoring season started on Wednesday, June 10. Every other Wednesday through August 19, trained volunteers will gather water samples at 16 swimming holes throughout the watershed. Then WRP staff analyze the samples to determine if the river is safe for swimming and share the results with …
Posted: August 10, 2026 by wrp_admin
2026 Freshwater Snorkeling education program
The US Forest Service and White River Partnership are pleased to host our Freshwater Snorkeling school education program again this fall. Here are the program highlights: WHEN: Weekdays, September 8-18, from approximately 9am-2pm; program is weather-dependent (see weather decision matrix here)WHO: up to 50 students/day, grades 4-6, from White River valley schools (see White River …
Posted: August 6, 2026 by wrp_admin
Is the White River clean?
The White River Partnership is a local group working to keep the river safe for recreation. In 2026, volunteers will help us monitor bacteria at 16 White River Water Trail sites to determine whether the White River is safe for swimming. In short, fewer bacteria = cleaner water. Results map Sites on the map below are …
Posted: June 1, 2026 by wrp_admin
Upcoming events
June 10-August 19: Swim Smart Monitoring The 2026 Swim Smart Monitoring season started on Wednesday, June 10. Every other Wednesday through August 19, trained volunteers will gather water samples at 16 swimming holes throughout the watershed. Then WRP staff analyze the samples to determine if the river is safe for swimming and share the results with …