1.   The rivers are used as dumping grounds for industrial waste.

2.   On the other side they would lay out a little town, using the river as a division.

3.   But like leaders in other cities that once used the river as an industrial dumping ground, she also understands environmental concerns.

4.   But the river is used as a giant sewer by Vancouver and its suburbs.

5.   From Bratislava to the Black Sea, towns use the river as an open sewer, in the process contaminating ground water.

6.   Industry groups using the rivers clearly have the most to lose.

7.   It is geared toward fly fishermen and uses rivers, not lakes, as the water of choice.

8.   Millions of people use the river for fishing, wildlife view, water recreation, canoeing and other interests, Smith said.

9.   Nowadays the river is used by thousands.

10.   Purist outdoor enthusiasts have scoffed at using the rivers for amusement park rides for casual visitors.