Jesse Strauch: 2024 Solo Kayak Through Paddle of the Connecticut River
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We protect, restore, and advocate for the Connecticut River
Connecticut River Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the Connecticut River watershed in New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. We collaborate with regional partners to restore and advocate for your rivers, and educate and engage communities. We bring people together to prevent pollution, improve habitat, and promote enjoyment of the river and its tributary streams. Join us to support healthier rivers today!
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New England Paddlesports Championship & Community Challenge
Canoe, kayak, SUP, and surf ski racers from across the Northeast can compete for honors on the Connecticut River between southwest New Hampshire and southeast Vermont on July 28th at Norm's Marina. You can choose between the 12-mile competitive course, the 5-mile recreational course, or a 1-mile community challenge!
1,107
Tons of trash removed from rivers
26
Old dams & culverts removed
89,855
Trees planted in the watershed
150+
Sites annually tested for bacteria
We envision a future where people and wildlife can enjoy
a clean, free-flowing Connecticut River.
Upcoming Events
Volunteer Opportunity:
Water chestnut is a harmful aquatic, invasive species, which is known to take over stretches of water. When left unchecked, water chestnut has the potential to decimate ecosystems and eliminate recreational opportunities.
Join us in MA and CT for weekly pulls in your local ponds, coves and rivers!
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