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Protect Communities from Flooding & Preserve River Health (PRESS RELEASE)
Charles River Watershed Association will join with partner advocates to urge the Joint Committee of Environment and Natural Resources to support and move these important bills forward on Wednesday, May 16th at 12:30 PM at the Massachusetts State House.
The Flagging Program is Back!
Before you head out on the water, check out our water quality alerts to be sure the Charles River is safe.
Intern Farewell
After a fabulous semester, we are sad to bid farewell to our Volunteer Engagement Fellow Jack Dutra!
As climate change fuels fiercer rains, a new report on 2010 Massachusetts floods sends a dire warning - Boston Globe
In the new analysis, Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) found 96% of claims from the March 2010 flood came from outside of FEMA’s Special Flood Hazard Areas.
ACTION ALERT: Let’s Protect Wildlife From Pesticides!
The time is now to pass the Pesticide Bill (H.825, S.487) to protect wildlife and people from these poisons. This bill would require applicators to report the use of lethal rodenticides and publicly-owned properties, like elementary schools, to consider better pest management options.
Charles River Watershed Association Urges Swift Action on Lethal Rodenticides (PRESS RELEASE)
Charles River Watershed Association will join with countless advocates to urge the Joint Committee of Environment and Natural Resources to report An Act Relative to Pesticides (HB.825, SB.487) favorably at the hearing on Wednesday, May 10th at 1PM at the Massachusetts State House.
Milford Town Park Ribbon Cutting
After years of collaboration, Charles River Watershed Association had the pleasure of joining with the Town of Milford, state and local leaders, project partners, and the Milford community to unveil two rain gardens and an infiltration chamber in the heart of Milford!
Announcing the Charles River Climate Compact Strategic Plan!
Read the five-year strategic plan, developed with partners Metropolitan Area Planning Council and support from Foundation for Metrowest.
New Rain Gardens for Milford - Metrowest Daily News
Thank you Metrowest Daily News for the great article on our unveiling of new Green Infrastructure for Milford Town Park.
Solutions for Future Flooding in Waltham, Weston, and Milford!
Thank you to all who attended our webinar about Charles River Flood Model Priority Projects in Waltham, Weston, and Milford!
Dams & Migratory Fish
Thank you to all who attended our webinar about dam removal & river restoration in the Charles River watershed! In case you missed it, watch the full recording.
Rights of Nature - WBUR
“Rights of Nature would be a powerful voice for protection and stewardship of the river," says Jennifer Ryan, Deputy Director of Advocacy.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION MONTH!
Act Now for a Climate Resilient Future
Kudos to the Globe editorial board for urging the Federal Emergency Management Agency to act with more urgency to protect communities from flooding before disasters happen.
ACTION ALERT: Charles River in the Budget!
The House budget debate is well underway––and we need you to take action! Speak up for budget amendments that will steward a healthier, more resilient watershed. Find your Representative and give them a call today!
24th Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup Kick-Off
This year, the Earth Day Charles River Cleanup will bring together approximately 3,000 volunteers at over eighty sites across the watershed to beautify the parks, forests, playgrounds, and paths for all to enjoy.
Solutions for Future Flooding in Natick & Wellesley
Thank you to all who attended our webinar about Charles River Flood Model Priority Projects in Natick & Wellesley!
All About Daylighting & Restoring Streams
Thank you to all who attended our webinar about stream restoration in the Charles River watershed!
Connecting with Community at Wrentham’s Eagle Dam
What a fantastic turnout at our Eagle Dam site walk in Wrentham!
