THE COLUMBIA RIVER

THE COLUMBIA RIVER - SOCIAL IMPaCT

• Families can enjoy the lodges and hotels along the river.
• People can boat along the river and swim in it.
• People can go on tours in the towns and on the mountains.

THE COLUMBIA RIVER - ECONOMIC IMPACT

• Hotels can make money from people visiting to see the river.
• Local Shops make money from people renting equipment or buying supplies.
• Tour companies make money from people paying to visit places like The Ghost Town
• Local Restaurants make money from people visiting

THE COLUMBIA RIVER - ECOLOGICAL IMPACT

• The Columbia River provides habitat for the local fish.
• Animals that live out in the forests use the river for their water source.
• Bridges have been built, disturbing or destroying habitats