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Backyard Stream Repair | Oct 5th
Audubon Society of WPA is partnering with Penn State Extension to hold an in person Backyard Stream Repair workshop on Saturday, October 5th from 9am to noon. Please help in spreading the word of this program. Below is a link that can be used to register. http://aswp.org/events/13578 If you have any questions, you can reach…
Read MoreOct 1, Seeing the Unseen: Aquatic Invaders & What is at Stake – Movie Screening & Panel Discussion
Seeing the Unseen: Aquatic Invaders & What is at Stake Movie Screening & Panel Discussion October 1 4:00-6:00 Location: O’Hara Ballroom (4024 O’Hara St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213) Curious about invasive aquatic species around Lake Erie and wonder how you can contribute to conservation efforts in combating them🌿? Join the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and the Pittsburgh…
Read MoreIT’S COMING … Fall Watershed Confluence … Saturday, Sept. 28
Mark you calendars for Saturday, September 28. Planning for the next basin-wide Confluence networking opportunity has begun. Thank you to all that attended the summer Confluence and provided comments and ideas. The Planning Work Group will use these suggestions to design the program for the fall Confluence and future basin-wide networking events. The September Confluence…
Read MoreJoin the Movement: Get Involved in Water Stewardship at Confluence 2024
Are you ready to make a splash in water stewardship and be part of the solution in Southwestern Pennsylvania? Here’s your chance to dive in at Confluence 2024, the premier event where passionate individuals and organizations come together to celebrate, collaborate, and take action for our water resources. Join us at Confluence 2024 and immerse…
Read MoreInter-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…
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