About

Yadkin Riverkeeper seeks to respect, protect and improve the Yadkin Pee Dee River Basin through education, advocacy and action. We are a 501c(3) non-profit organization, funded by individuals and foundations who share our commitment to promoting a clean and healthy river that sustains life and is cherished by its people.

Yadkin Riverkeeper seeks to accomplish the following:

  • Sustain a RIVERKEEPER© program
  • Measurably improve water quality
  • Bring legal action, if necessary, to enforce state and federal environmental laws
  • Teach and practice a "river ethic" of ecological respect to all ages

Yadkin Riverkeeper is a licensed member of the Waterkeeper Alliance, which connects and supports local Waterkeeper programs to provide a united voice and to champion clean water issues around the world.  Waterkeeper Alliance seeks to protect fishable, swimmable and drinkable waterways worldwide.

Yadkin Riverkeeper is a member organization, with memberships starting at just $25. We welcome you to join us in protecting the Yadkin River for ourselves, our children and future generations.