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Dear Friends:
Know Some Heroes?
It's that time of the year: our
Call for Nominations for Watershed Heroes
! T
ell us about people, organizations, agencies, and companies that
deserve special recognition for improving our watershed! Nominees must live, work, or have completed projects within our 30 square mile watershed.
Awards will be made in these categories: Friend, Educator, Municipal Leader, Youth Champion, Corporate Steward, Non-Profit Steward, Legacy Award and presented at our Watershed Milestones Reception on May 23 at Globe Dye Works. Submit nominations here by
Monday, April 2.
P.S. Author Richard Louv kicked off our Nature Talks last week. If you missed this event, read here!
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We're seeking a
Community Organizer to join our team! Have a commitment to the environment and neighborhood development?
Communication and organizational skills plus energy and enthusiasm?
We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse organization and encourage minority applicants.
Deadline: March 14
Information:
Here
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Rain Barrels store rain to be released in drier weather. This helps our creeks by decreasing pollution during storms and reducing demand on our stormwater system.
These barrels also
save money
because you'll use less tap water. Use the stored water for gardens and lawns, or washing your car and patio furniture!
Cost per barrel: $75 plus tax
Learn more about barrels
at
Live in Philadelphia? Get a free rain barrel through
RainCheck
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We care deeply about clean water and know our watershed residents do, too. Our rivers, bays, lakes, and streams are vital to a healthy environment and a vibrant economy, and provide opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, and other recreation. Above all, we need clean, safe drinking water to live.
Support for commonsense protections for clean water is high. People are more aware of the idea that safe, clean water is not a given, but very much under threat.
From massive proposed cuts to the EPA, which will make it difficult for the agency to protect clean water, to rollbacks of water and health safeguards, the Administration and Congress seem bent on undoing federal clean water protections.
In the face of these threats, a broad coalition of environmental, conservation, sportsmen, and community groups is engaging and mobilizing Americans to get involved in the fight to protect clean water. TTF is proud to be a member of this
Clean Water Coalition
. We will keep you informed of actions you can take to protect clean water and encourage you to visit our Issues We Care About page.
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Our state parks are some of the
best around! However, funding
for parks has failed to keep up with the influx of visitors. Learn more
here
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BULLETIN BOARD: WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO!
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Nature's Hidden Surprises
Bird Migration: An Eventful Journey
Join environmental educator Judith Gratz for a walk in Tacony Creek Park to learn about bird migration!
WHEN: Wednesday, March 14 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM
WHERE:
Tacony Creek Park, I St & Ramona Ave Gateway, Phila 19124
RSVP:
Doryán@ttfwatershed.org or 215.744.1853
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Do something good for your creek! Join TTF, United By Blue, and Philadelphia Water Department for a Tacony Creek clean-up! Clif Bars for all volunteers.
WHEN: Thursday, March 15 from 10 AM to 12 PM
WHERE: Tacony Creek Park,
N Tabor Road and E Olney Avenue, Phila 19120 RSVP: Here
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Eco-Friendly Backyards Workshop
Learn how to add beauty to your yard while protecting soil, water, and wildlife! M
anage rain water on your property and attract birds and pollinators using native plants.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 28 from 7 to 9 PM
WHERE:
Glenside Memorial Hall, 185 S Keswick Ave, Glenside 19038
RSVP:
frankie@ttfwatershed.org or 215.744.1853
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Join us for our 6th Annual 5K through Tacony Creek Park!
Bring the entire family for this 5K walk or run.
The course is on a fully paved, stroller-friendly trail.
WHEN: Sunday, April 15 from 8 AM to 11 AM
WHERE:
Starting line: Friends Hospital, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd, Phila 19124
Register:
Starting March 14
here
Questions: Robin@ttfwatershed.org or 215.744.1853
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Philadelphia Environmental FilmFestival
Don't miss this FilmFest,
featuring A WATERSHED MOMENT,
about on-the-ground efforts to protect the Delaware River, as well as Blue, Water Warriors, The Local Oyster Stout, and more!
Special rate for TTF friends:
Use Discount Code GREEN2018
WHEN:
April 6 to 8
WHERE:
Prince Theater, 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia 19102
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