Adventure of the Week: Come together to celebrate the mighty American River in Auburn on Sunday (tomorrow)

From the Sacramento Bee:

The confluence of the American River near Auburn is where the north and middle forks of the river meet. The confluence is a metaphor that demonstrates how community life merges with the river as well.

“We’re celebrating the American River and the good things it provides for our communities,” says Eric Peach, executive director of Protect American River Canyon, one of the sponsors of the event.

Peach has a long list of why people ought to care: from the drinking water and electricity the river provides to the scenic watershed that spans thousand of acres and provides hiking and sightseeing. Peach has fond memories of a clean-up detail one year when he spotted a mother bear caring for three cubs near Auburn.

The river and canyons are simply breathtaking, he says. “Rivers are the lifeblood of our humanity, really,” he says. “It’s a really remarkable area once you explore it.”

The festival, in its 18th year, will be home to a “village” of fun with family-driven and educational activities.

Attendees will learn how to protect the area. They will get tips on recreational opportunities, including rock climbing and whitewater rafting near China Bar. Various music groups will perform. Children will have plenty of chances to showcase their artistic abilities.

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