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Inter-Municipal Collaboration for Stormwater – Sept. 18, 1 pm
WaterNow Alliance is providing a Pennsylvania-centric webinar on inter-municipal collaboration for stormwater management. When the rains come…we are better prepared when we work across jurisdictional boundaries. This webinar provides a few examples that we can start to replicate. More information and registration here. More Details This webinar will present perspectives and insights on the process…
Read MoreWhy Networking at the Confluence Will Boost Your Watershed Efforts
Networking is more than just exchanging business cards; it’s about building meaningful relationships that can elevate your watershed efforts to new heights. The Confluence at Mingo Creek presents a unique opportunity for watershed volunteers and stream stewards to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations. This gathering is a fertile ground for collaboration, offering participants the…
Read MoreGrant Opportunity: Filtered Not Bottled Campaign
Plastic Pollution Coalition is thrilled to launch their latest initiative under the Filtered Not Bottled campaign: a $100,000 grant program to support communities impacted by the crisis of toxic lead service lines. This grant program will be distributing average microgrants of $10k to an estimated 6-10 selected recipients. Please see link below for further information…
Read MoreManaged Aquifer Recharge Study Survey from USACE
The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Arizona State University are conducting a study to understand people’s perceptions of water management (for flood control, groundwater, water supply, and other uses) in their communities. We know that many of you are involved in projects related to water management and we hope to get insight…
Read MoreWorld River Day – Sunday, Sept. 22
World Rivers Day is a UN designated day of global celebration of the world’s waterways that has been happening on the 4th Sunday of September since 2005. On that day all around the world, local events “highlight the many values of our rivers, strive to increase public awareness, and encourage the improved stewardship of all…
Read MoreSome of the activities to enjoy at the Confluence at Mingo Creek – Sat. Sept. 28
Join us for our Watershed picnic on Saturday, Sept. 28, 11 am to 3 pm at Pavilion No. 5 in Mingo Creek Park. A flyer is attached and pasted below. Please share with your networks and colleagues. And, for planning purposes the Registration link is below. While details on some of the speakers will be…
Read More2024 ORBA Summit | October 30-November 1, 2024
2024 ORBA Summit “Healthy Waters, Healthy Communities: From Headwaters To Mainstem” October 30-November 1, 2024 Calling all water professional and advocates! Registration is now open for the 2024 Ohio River Basin Alliance Summit! Join us for the three day event that will feature engaging speakers, unique field trips, and ample opportunities to network with water…
Read MoreEPA Community Change Grant Program Reminder
It is still not too late to pursue funding from EPA’s Community Change Program. The Inflation Reduction Act made $2 billion available to support community-driven projects that build capacity for communities to tackle environmental and climate justice challenges, strengthen their climate resilience, and advance clean energy. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.…
Read MoreWaterway Access Funding and A Guidebook
For all who have discovered or improved a new waterway access site over the summer, keep perfecting the safe and legal implementation strategy with this Guidebook from Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services and the attached list of funding sources. These resources apply primarily to Pennsylvania…perhaps we should work on new editions that apply to the…
Read MoreLeadership Skills — Facilitating Engaging Meetings
How many meetings a day are you in? How many meetings per week do you lead? Productive and engaging meetings really make a big difference in moving our work forward! The Institute for Conservation Leadership (ICL) still has slots available for our virtual skills building program, Facilitating Engaging Meetings. This affordable leadership development opportunity features…
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