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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 18, 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)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
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