Martin Litton
Rafter and environmentalist supporting rivers
Born
1917
108 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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A significant figure in the environmental movement, he dedicated much of his life to the preservation of wilderness areas, particularly in the American West. He worked as a guide in the Grand Canyon, sharing expertise on rafting and educating others about the importance of river conservation. The founding of the Grand Canyon River Guides organization facilitated the voices of river runners advocating for ecological stewardship. Contributions to the campaign against dam projects on rivers, notably the Glen Canyon Dam, played a critical role in the fight for river protection.
Served as a guide in the Grand Canyon
Key participant in the anti-dam movement
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