“It is not enough to understand the natural world. The point is to defend and preserve it.”
-Edward Abbey
-Edward Abbey
Mission
The mission of the Humboldt State University River Institute is to conserve and restore river ecosystems locally, nationally, and internationally through multi-disciplinary research, education, policy reform, improved management practices, and creative restoration strategies.

Contact Us
Humboldt State University River Institute c/o Dept of Environmental Science & Management 1 Harpst Street Arcata, CA 95521-8299
Co-Directors
Dr. Alison O’Dowd, Associate Professor Department of Environmental Science & Management Phone 707-826-3438 Email: Alison.ODowd [at] humboldt.edu
Dr. William Trush, Adjunct Professor Department of Environmental Science & Management Email: William.Trush [at] humboldt.edu