Video: Four reasons why the Willamette matters

Many of us have a story about what makes the Willamette special to us. At December’s Within Our Reach conference, dozens of members of the Willamette community shared theirs on-camera. 

Their stories reflect the many benefits provided by the largest waterway within Oregon’s borders. The Willamette is sustenance for family farms. A place forearning. A source of cultural and spiritual connection. A good spot for a summer swim.

Watch the video below to hear four Willamette Basin residents discuss why this river system matters to them. Then, tweet @WillametteNet or tag us on Facebook with the hashtag #whythewillamette to share your own reasons why in one to two sentences. You can also email us your response if you’re not the tweeting type. We’ll share responses on social media as part of a public effort to spread love for the Willamette.

Why the Willamette: Testimonials from Willamette River Network on Vimeo.