Over the weekend, Avista reduced flows from Post Falls Dam. River flows at the Spokane gage below downtown went from about 3,000 cfs to 1,300 cfs. "Typically," said Forum Director Andy Dunau, "the river is flowing at about 15,000 cfs this time of year." The impacts to outdoor recreation, fish, the aquifer and so on are very real. Read more from the Spokesman Review's Rich Landers.

The river may be dropping, but there's still a lot of fun paddle boarding and kayaking adventures waiting for you. The Spokane River Water Trail helps you explore your options. But you got to play it safe. Click here for 10 great safety tips from our friends at the American Canoe Association (ACA).