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“Root for wetlands, natural turf, mature trees, and neighbors” CRWA mentioned in Jamaica Plain Gazette
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“Root for wetlands, natural turf, mature trees, and neighbors” CRWA mentioned in Jamaica Plain Gazette

A new article by the Jamaica Plain Gazette highlights the importance of preserving Canterbury Brook, a largely buried tributary of Stony Brook, which flows to the Charles River: “The Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) has examined the project’s potential impact on the fragile wetlands at 550. The wetlands there are fed by the nearby Canterbury Brook which discharges via a culvert into the Stonybrook, then discharges into the Charles River. CRWA Associate Attorney Zeus Smith submitted comments to the DEP in February, which DEP and Brooke and everyone involved should take seriously.”

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Happy Pride!
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Happy Pride!

This month and every month, we celebrate our LGBTQIA+ community in our watershed and beyond.

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2024 Board Retreat
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2024 Board Retreat

On May 21st CRWA’s Board of Directors met at Bocca Bella Restaurant in Auburndale for a retreat led by Board member Paul Levy to lay the groundwork for the next strategic plan, as the current one expires in 2025. We are grateful for this extraordinary group of individuals who provide vital leadership and guidance for a cleaner Charles.

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ACTION ALERT: Write to MEPA showing support for the removal of the South Natick Dam.
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ACTION ALERT: Write to MEPA showing support for the removal of the South Natick Dam.

The Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) Office is allowing community members to show their support for the removal of the South Natick Dam, which was rated to be in “poor condition” by the MA Office of Dam Safety. We need your help demonstrating community support for removing the Charles River Dam in South Natick.

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“We must combat climate doom.”
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“We must combat climate doom.”

May is Mental Health Awareness month. This recent article in The Provider co-authored by Representative Steve Owens and CRWA Advocacy Director Cabell Eames touches upon the importance of combatting this climate doom.

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Charles River Watershed Association Hosts the Watertown Dam Herring Festival (PRESS RELEASE)
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Charles River Watershed Association Hosts the Watertown Dam Herring Festival (PRESS RELEASE)

Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Watertown Dam Herring Festival, which will take place on June 8th, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Watertown Dam, 64 Pleasant Street. This exciting event will feature live music, community art activities, an Indigenous performance, and engaging activities suitable for all ages.

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