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RIVER MAGIC, TALES FROM A LIFE ON 1000 RIVERS: “The Fraser River has been such a big part of my life and a river that is dear to my heart,” stated Mark Angelo, Chair and founder of World Rivers Day; globally renowned river conservationist, speaker, teacher, writer, adventurer, and paddler

September 30, 2025


In the story behind the story, Mark Angelo explains why his title is River Magic; why the Fraser River is the heart and soul of BC; and why Guichon Creek in Burnaby shows never give up. “River Magic is a collection of short stories. And I have written it in that format because I wanted to enable readers of all ages to better appreciate the allure and magic of rivers along with the need to better care for them. My goal was to make the book as accessible as possible to a wide range of audiences. That is a tough balance to strike,” stated Mark Angelo.

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THE LITTLE CREEK THAT COULD: “The book speaks to the fact that nature can heal itself if only given a chance. While this book focuses on healing a particular stream, the broader message is about healing the environment. My hope is that it will resonate with many regardless of where they live, in our province or in our country,” stated Mark Angelo, author and founder of BC Rivers Day and World Rivers Day

January 25, 2022


“I am such a believer in engaging the broader community as best we can. Going back 50 years ago to the 1970s when I was first starting as a streamkeeper, it was a lonely undertaking. Streamkeepers were few in number. One of the great steps forward that I have seen over the decades is that now there are many many streamkeepers and there streamkeeper groups attached to virtually every stream in the Lower Mainland. These volunteers put in thousands of hours, keep an eye on local waterways, profile issues when they arise, and approach local governments to help them deal with and correct those issues,” stated Mark Angelo.

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