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Water Way(s): River-Themed Education for Kids
The Water Way(s)Â Project and Curriculum is a community arts engagement project connecting children with their local Rivers.
Jul 5, 20243 min read
Dick Shriver Receives Bud Foster Award from Connecticut River Conservancy
CRC's recent Annual Meeting & Riverside Celebration honored Dick Shriver with the Bud Foster Award. Get to know his biography.
Jul 1, 20243 min read
Connecticut River Races Return: The New England Paddlesports Championship & Community Challenge
The New England Paddlesports Championship (NEPC) invites racers and spectators to enjoy a competitive day on the Connecticut River.
Jun 28, 20242 min read
Collaborative Community Science in the Connecticut River Watershed Made Possible by Grants and Volunteers
The primary objectives are to expand and strengthen community science programs while fostering new collaborative partnerships/participation.
Jun 20, 20244 min read
LiveStream: Paddling in Paradise - Navigating the Waters of the Connecticut River
Our June LiveStream was part how-to and part storytelling, bringing you two seasoned Connecticut River paddlers.
Jun 12, 20241 min read
Do Not Disturb Migrating Sea Lamprey!
Sea lamprey are native migratory fish to the Connecticut River.
May 30, 20242 min read
Connecticut River Conservancy’s Hydropower Relicensing Comments to FERC
After a 12-year process in the relicensing of 5 hydropower facilities on the Connecticut River, FERC public comments are submitted.
May 30, 20242 min read
River Day at Macdonough Elementary School
CRC recently participated in a Middletown River Day at Macdonough Elementary School in Middletown, CT!
May 29, 20241 min read
LiveStream: Empowering Communities to Support Migratory Fish Restoration
At Connecticut River Conservancy's LiveStream, we dove into the dynamic realm of river ecosystems.
May 23, 20241 min read
Connecticut River Paddlers' Trail Spring Newsletter
Spring has arrived in the Connecticut River Watershed! Dust off your boats and get ready for an exciting season.
May 10, 20247 min read
Connecticut River Conservancy Receives CT DEEP Grant for Water Chestnut Management
A total of $545K was awarded to 13 projects to help restore Connecticut waterbodies, addressing threats from aquatic invasive species.
May 2, 20241 min read
Support for HB1649 and SB543 in New Hampshire for Healthier Rivers
Connecticut River Conservancy along with other organizations recently submitted testimony on legislation related to PFAS.
Apr 25, 20243 min read
ECO AmeriCorps Position at Connecticut River Conservancy
Connecticut River Conservancy is thrilled to announce that we have been selected to host an ECO AmeriCorp member this year.
Apr 24, 20241 min read
Tessellated Darters in the Connecticut River
Tessellated Darters are in the same family as perch, but only get about three inches long at their largest.
Apr 18, 20242 min read
LiveStream: An Act of Congress - New Legislation to Protect our Watershed
At this LiveStream we celebrated Earth Day and the current Acts of Congress that may assist in protecting our great river and watershed.Â
Apr 17, 20241 min read
Farmington River Named One of America’s Most Endangered Rivers® of 2024
The Farmington River, the longest tributary of the Connecticut River, has been included as #6 in America's Most Endangered Rivers list.
Apr 16, 20244 min read
What People Are Saying: Public Comments for Hydropower Relicensing on the Connecticut River
Highlight of public comments submitted for hydropower relicensing of 5 hydroelectric facilities on the Connecticut River.
Apr 12, 20242 min read
LiveStream: The Journey of Water from Source to Sewer
From wells and reservoirs to wastewater treatment plants and stormwater solutions, discover the journey water takes from source to discharge
Mar 27, 20241 min read
Restoring Floodplains to Protect Against Flooding
These floods have also illustrated the importance of our restoration projects in protecting against and reducing damage.
Mar 20, 20241 min read
Farmers in VT and NH Invited to Take Survey
Windham County Natural Resources Conservation District and project partners are currently surveying farmers throughout the Connecticut River
Mar 13, 20241 min read
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