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The 28th Annual Source to Sea Cleanup Invites Volunteers Along the Connecticut River
The goal is to remove as much trash as possible from waterways, riverbanks, and communities across the 410-mile Connecticut River watershed.
Sep 11, 20243 min read
eDNA Confirms Shortnose Sturgeon in the Connecticut River Between Turners Falls MA and Bellows Falls VT
Research by CRC & partners has for the first time detected DNA from the endangered shortnose sturgeon between Turners Falls & Bellows Falls.
Aug 29, 20245 min read
Restoration Project: Blake Higgins Dam Removal on the Saxtons River
Removal of the remnant 90-foot-long and 7-foot-high concrete Blake Higgins dam on the Saxtons River, a tributary of the Connecticut River.
Aug 27, 20245 min read
Compass Youth Collaborative Paddle
Through our partnership, these youths have the chance to kayak, many for their first time, in Wethersfield Cove.
Aug 21, 20242 min read
River Impacts and the Clean Water Act: Understanding the 401 Water Quality Certification
Join your CRC River Stewards to learn about the next stage of the relicensing of five hydroelectric facilities.
Aug 9, 20241 min read
Connecticut River E. coli Report (2019-2023)
Reviewing five years of E. coli data collected from the Connecticut River shows that after dry weather, it is usually clean.
Aug 8, 20244 min read
Extended Producer Responsibility in New England
EPR programs are systems that reduce the waste generated by industrial production by charging producers for the waste they generate.
Aug 6, 20243 min read
Paddlesports Championship Brought Racers and Enthusiasts to the Connecticut River
The New England Paddlesports Championship & Community Challenge brought competitive and recreational paddlers to the Connecticut River.
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Jesse Strauch: 2024 Solo Kayak Through Paddle of the Connecticut River
Jesse Strauch completed a solo kayak through paddle of the Connecticut River in June, 2024. This is his story.
Jul 18, 202412 min read
Working Together for Brook Trout: A Strategic Wood Addition Project
A process guided by science and experience determines where and how the wood will be placed to create trout habitat.
Jul 17, 20242 min read
STEM Gems Summer Camp with Connecticut River Conservancy
Summary of environmental activities from a STEM-intensive week of hands-on education, career exploration, and mindful conversations.
Jul 16, 20242 min read
The Park River: Trails Day Paddling with Tim Lewis
On Sunday, June 2, I led a Trails Day Paddle in collaboration with Great Meadows Conservation Trust and the Connecticut River Conservancy.
Jul 10, 20242 min read
Annual Meeting 2024 Recording
Connecticut River Conservancy’s recent Annual Meeting & Riverside Celebration had governance and programmatic updates, brunch and boat rides
Jul 10, 20241 min read
Community Challenge Race at NEPC
Rally your cheering squad and bring your competitive spirit to Norm’s Marina on June 28th for a day of fun and friendly competition!
Jul 8, 20241 min read
Water Way(s): River-Themed Education for Kids
The Water Way(s) 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 11, 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
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