At the Fall/Winter Maumee AOC Summit in December, we announced a local small grant opportunity for the Maumee AOC for projects that help remove Beneficial Use Impairments and demonstrate impact that could be scaled up across the Area of Concern. The brief, electronic proposals are due Jan. 30th to admin@PartnersForCleanStreams.org by 5pm. The full Request […]
The Restoring Ottawa River Wetlands and Habitat Restoration project at Camp Miakonda has finally come to a close after many years. The project set out to restore stream habitat, reduce erosion, enhance wetlands, and improve upland habitat along the Ottawa River. After years of planning, preparation, construction and follow up education, Partners for Clean Streams, […]
It is cold outside and if this winter is anything like last winter, it will get colder. And snowier. And have more ice. More than ever, your water (frozen and liquid) needs protecting! Water can get polluted easily in the winter months especially from snow and ice removal by using de-icers. Snow and ice melting […]
Join us for our 13th Annual Youth Patch Day Workshop! Learn about local fresh water systems and fulfill requirements for various environmental related Cub Scout or Girl Scout requirements. The Workshop will include new hands on activities about water quality, fishing line recycling, local wildlife, storm drains, drinking water and more. The Workshop will be […]
As we take time to slow down at the end of another whirlwind year, we reflect and appreciate the incredible work that has taken place in the past year. With this reflection, we gain a deep appreciation for our partners, volunteers and our extraordinary rivers, creeks and lakes. And we look to our supporters to […]
We re-launched the RAP Committee, MaumeeRAP.org, the new DMDS, and a new local grant opportunity. So that’s what a re-launching blitz looks like! For those that missed it, read on for a summary and visit MaumeeRAP.org for more information. If nothing else in this industry, we love our acronyms. So bear with us while we […]
Clean Stream Partner Awards are given to a “river hero” who has done remarkable work in favor of clean, clear and safe rivers. This person has shown passion and dedication for years in bringing people together to solve large, complex issues. This year, the award goes to Kurt Erichsen. Kurt began his career by receiving […]
Clean Stream Partner Awards are given to a “river hero” who has done remarkable work in favor of clean, clear and safe rivers. This person has shown passion and dedication for years in bringing people together to solve large, complex issues. This year, the award goes to Kurt Erichsen. Kurt began his career by […]
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Annual General Meeting at the Ward Pavilion last month. The evening was quite chilly but the warmth of friendly, happy people and conversation, made up for it. Shankland’s Catering had a variety of foods and people enjoyed wine from Majestic Oak Winery. The presentation included all […]