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Tessellated Darters in the Connecticut River
Tessellated Darters are in the same family as perch, but only get about three inches long at their largest.
Apr 18, 20242 min read
LiveStream: An Act of Congress - New Legislation to Protect our Watershed
At this LiveStream we celebrated Earth Day and the current Acts of Congress that may assist in protecting our great river and watershed.Â
Apr 17, 20241 min read
Farmington River Named One of America’s Most Endangered Rivers® of 2024
The Farmington River, the longest tributary of the Connecticut River, has been included as #6 in America's Most Endangered Rivers list.
Apr 16, 20244 min read
What People Are Saying: Public Comments for Hydropower Relicensing on the Connecticut River
Highlight of public comments submitted for hydropower relicensing of 5 hydroelectric facilities on the Connecticut River.
Apr 12, 20242 min read
LiveStream: The Journey of Water from Source to Sewer
From wells and reservoirs to wastewater treatment plants and stormwater solutions, discover the journey water takes from source to discharge
Mar 27, 20241 min read
Restoring Floodplains to Protect Against Flooding
These floods have also illustrated the importance of our restoration projects in protecting against and reducing damage.
Mar 20, 20241 min read
Farmers in VT and NH Invited to Take Survey
Windham County Natural Resources Conservation District and project partners are currently surveying farmers throughout the Connecticut River
Mar 13, 20241 min read
Long Island Sound River Restoration Network Testimony in SUPPORT of SB 192 An Act Concerning Dam Safety with modifications
Long Island Sound River Restoration Network Testimony in SUPPORT of SB 192 An Act Concerning Dam Safety with modifications
Mar 7, 20243 min read
CRC Submits Testimony on Hydro, PFAS and Climate Change in CT
CRC Submits Testimony on Hydro, PFAS and Climate Change in CT
Mar 7, 20244 min read
Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: Final Comment Period Open for Hydropower Facilities on the Connecticut River
As part of our mission, CRC has been a consistent participant in the relicensing of hydropower dams.
Mar 6, 20243 min read
Connecticut River Conservancy Receives MassDEP Grant for Water Quality Monitoring
Connecticut River Conservancy is happy to announce the receipt of a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
Mar 6, 20243 min read
LiveStream: Geological Time Travel Through the Connecticut River Basin
For Connecticut River Conservancy’s first LiveStream of the season we welcomed Alfred (Fred) Venne, Museum Educator.
Feb 28, 20241 min read
CRC Submits Testimony to Prevent Pollution in CT
Connecticut River Conservancy Testimony in support of HB 5218 Act Concerning the Establishment of Riparian Buffers and Revision of Wetland.
Feb 26, 20244 min read
VT Needs to Plan for Climate Resiliency Now!
CRC Vermont River Steward Kathy Urffer shares details about the VT legislature's current action on climate resiliency.
Feb 14, 20243 min read
Climate Resiliency Legislation – Comments on VT S213
Vermont River Steward Kathy Urffer provides testimony in of support of VT S.213, an act relating to wetland regulation.
Feb 8, 20244 min read
Flood Mud: Improving Flood Sediment Management
Assessment of how sediments were handled in developed areas during Vermont's flood response in July 2023.
Jan 12, 20241 min read
Connecticut River Conservancy Receives NFWF Grant for Stone Pond Dam Removal Project
Connecticut River Conservancy announces the receipt of a grant from the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) for dam removal project.
Jan 2, 20242 min read
29 Restoration Projects Completed in 2023 by Connecticut River Conservancy & Partners
We are happy to report that Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) and project partners have completed 29 river restoration projects in 2023.
Jan 2, 20243 min read
State of Vermont Clean Water Funds Used to Remove Old Dam in Wilmington
The Connecticut River Conservancy in collaboration with partners recently completed a dam removal project on Beaver Brook.
Dec 19, 20232 min read
Cyanobacteria Monitoring Report 2023
Connecticut River Conservancy began a cyanobacteria monitoring program in the summer of 2022, and a full report is now available.
Dec 11, 20232 min read
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