In March and April of 2009 a small team will attempt the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest from the source in Columbia Lake to the Pacific Ocean, eventually being picked up at the northwest point on the Oregon shore line. The trip expedition will serve as research for the future. The Columbia River is one of the most damed river drainages in the world and no better place to look for the benefits of alternative energies. You can follow the trip at thecolumbiaexperience .com