The Board of the Rogue River Restoration Council is more than a governing body; we are a collective of lifelong river advocates, anglers, and conservationists united by a singular, deep-seated passion for the Rogue River and the wild fish that call it home. We recognize that the future of our iconic salmon and steelhead runs depend on more than just high-level oversight—it requires a relentless, "can-do" spirit and a willingness to get our hands dirty. Each member of our team is bound by a shared determination to tackle the daunting, overlooked challenges that threaten our watershed. We aren’t just here to lead; we are here to put in the hard work necessary to ensure the Rogue remains a living, breathing testament to what a community can achieve when it refuses to let its natural wonders fade.

Scott Howell (President)

Growing up in the Rogue Valley, Scott has spent a lifetime chasing steelhead with a fly rod. His years after college were defined by a singular obsession with wild steelhead, living out of a trailer parked along the banks of whatever river was fishing best at any given time. That pursuit led him on a journey across the globe to manage a remote camp in Kamchatka as well as moving to Canada to live on British Columbia’s famed Skeena River. Eventually, Scott returned home to spend his career guiding for steelhead on the Rogue. Before the formal establishment of the Rogue River Restoration Council, Scott spent years on the ground identifying and resolving critical habitat issues throughout the Rogue Basin. His early independent initiatives served as proof of concept for the foundation 3RC is built upon today.

Shane Anholtz (Legal Advisor)

Katie Falkenberg (Secretary)

John Dahlin (Treasurer)

Charles Lilley

Dave Laurance

Bryan Sohl

Rich Zellman

Lance Watkins

Dan VanDyke

Our Members:

The Rogue River Restoration Council is a locally-driven nonprofit dedicated to securing the future of wild salmon and steelhead within the storied Rogue River Basin. By combining rigorous science with aggressive habitat engineering, the Council works to reconnect ancestral spawning grounds, cool rising water temperatures, and restore the vital riparian corridors that native fish depend on for survival. Whether navigating complex dam removals or restoring miles of remote headwater streams, our team is grounded by a "no job is too big" mindset. We believe that through grit, local collaboration, and a relentless commitment to watershed health, we can ensure that the Rogue’s legendary fish runs thrive for generations to come.

About the Council: The Rogue River Restoration Council is a results-oriented nonprofit dedicated to the wild future of Southern Oregon’s rivers. We recognize that restoring salmon and steelhead habitat in the 21st century requires more than just passion; it requires bold action and a "no job is too big" mindset. By partnering with local landowners, agencies, and volunteers, the Council leads the charge in removing fish-passage barriers and restoring the natural flow of our river systems. We are committed to the idea that no stream is too remote and no restoration project is too daunting when the survival of our native fish is on the line.

Welcome to the Council: Whether you’ve spent a lifetime fishing the Rogue or are just beginning to explore its hidden tributaries, you know that our salmon and steelhead are the heartbeat of this region. Here at the Rogue River Restoration Council, we don’t just talk about conservation—we get our boots dirty. From the headwaters of the Applegate to the rugged canyons of the Illinois, our team is tackling the toughest restoration challenges in Southern Oregon. We operate with a "no job is too big" mindset because we know that with enough grit and local support, we can bring these legendary fish back to every corner of our watershed. Join us as we roll up our sleeves for the Rogue.

*****About the Council: The Rogue River Restoration Council is a results-driven nonprofit committed to the future of the Rogue Basin’s wild fish. We recognize that salmon and steelhead recovery requires a relentless focus on the entire watershed, which is why we dedicate a significant portion of our efforts to urban restoration. By addressing the smaller, frequently overlooked issues—such as minor fish passage barriers and degraded streamside riparian habitat—we bridge the gap between our cities and our wild river systems. We operate with a "no job is too big" mindset, tackling everything from massive dam removals to the intricate restoration of paved-over urban tributaries to ensure no stream is left behind.