There is no guidebook for river recovery and debris removal in a post-Helene WNC. The reality of this work looks more like 3-4 crew members brainstorming and experimenting with different methods and techniques for debris extraction in real time. It requires out-of-the-box creativity, strategizing, and an overabundance of caution. It also often requires a combination of tools, sometimes all being utilized at the same time. Teamwork, communication, and group collaboration are KEY components in get