Cross Currents
February 2019
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A Message from the Director
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Registration is now OPEN for the Perkiomen Stream Clean-Up!!
This year will no doubt be our biggest and best yet!
We have over 80 impacted sites throughout the watershed and need 1,000 community volunteers to help take out the trash! Make a difference on April 6th and take part in the largest single-day clean-up in PA! We have project sites for casual collectors, for thrill-seekers, for families, for corporate groups, scout troops and everyone in between.
As you can imagine, hosting 1,000 volunteers and removing over 20,000 pounds of trash is quite expensive.
We have some great opportunities for our local businesses to get involved.
Also, on deck is the
Lenape Challenge!
Unfortunately for you procrastinators out there the Lenape "Team" Challenge is Full... but spots do open up... so join the
Wait List.
We do have a number of spots open in for the Lenape "Solo" Challenge.
Don't wait... spots are going fast!
Join us for the
Meltdown 5k at Free Will Brewing Co. in Perkasie. This flat and fast 5k is a fan favorite... and is sure to sell-out.
Sign-up Today!
The Conservancy completed its feasibility study for the official creation of the Perkiomen Creek Water Trail (PCWT). We recently presented our findings and recommendations to the Montgomery County Planning Commission and their regional affiliates. Our next step is to apply for official state water trail designation.
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Enjoy the weather, and I hope to see you at our next event!
Ryan Beltz
Executive Director
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy
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Philadelphia Rock Gym, Oaks
Saturday, February 9th
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The Conservancy’s high school youth program, Perkiomen Watershed Conservation Corps, has officially kicked off for 2019!
Conservation Corps members are beginning their service year with a Climb-A-Thon fundraising event and they need your support! On February 9th, Conservation Corps members will climb to their heart’s content at the Philadelphia Rock Gym in Oaks to raise funds which will directly support the Conservation Corps program. Conservation Corps allows high school students to participate in conservation projects like streamside trash removal, invasive species management, rain garden installation, and more! Interested in supporting conservation programs for high school youth?
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401 E. Walnut Street, Perkasie, PA
March 24th | 10:00 am start
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Join us for the 2nd Annual Meltdown 5K at Freewill Brewing Co. Travel the scenic trails in and around Perkasie and along the East Branch of the Perkiomen Creek. The Meltdown is open to runners and walkers of all ages, and those 21 or older (with a valid ID) can enjoy a free craft brew from Free Will after the race!
Registration is limited to 200 and the race is already half full!
Don't wait or the Meltdown will pass you by...
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Not a runner but want to join the fun? Volunteer for the Meltdown!
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Throughout the Watershed
April 6 | 9:00 am
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Are you looking to make a positive difference in the health of our local streams and nearby habitats? Join us on Saturday, April 6th from 9 am – 12 pm for the annual Stream Clean-up! During this event, volunteers will focus on removing trash, tires and other debris from sites located throughout the watershed. Clean-up sites can accommodate a wide range of volunteer numbers so feel free to bring your friends, family, or co-workers to help you tackle your site!
Our goal for the 2019 Stream Clean-up is to have 1,000 community volunteers participate.
Help us reach this goal by signing up to volunteer today!
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Have a business or run a volunteer program?
Email
us to learn about our corporate clean-up on Friday, April 5th and our other group volunteer opportunities.
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At the Conservancy
April 27, 2019 | 9:00 am
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The Lenape Challenge is a unique adventure race that combines 5 miles of off-road running with 2.5 miles of paddling on the Perkiomen Creek. The course starts at the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy in Schwenksville and takes you on a romp through fields, woods and up over the slopes at Spring Mount. After a wicked climb and maddening decent, you'll hit the Perkiomen Creek for an epic 2.5 miles of boulder dodging and rapid running. You'll finish the race with a dash to the finish!
However, spots do open up... so please register for the Wait List.
Don't worry, you can still get your fix...
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At the Conservancy
Late June - August 2019
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It's not too soon to start making summer plans! Check out Conservancy’s summer camp programs. All programs feature hands-on, science-based, small group experiences, led by professional educators.
Register early... classes fill
up fast
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We also offer a summer service learning opportunity for students who have completed grades 7-12. Apply to be a
Summer Assistant.
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S
nowshoe 5K... a HUGE Success!
Spring Mount, PA
Saturday, January 26th
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Thank you to everyone who helped to make the Snowshoe 5K the biggest and best yet! We are proud to say that the 200+ registrants made this the largest snowshoe race on the East Coast.
If you want to see how you measure up, the race results can be viewed
here, thanks to Pretzel City Sports.
The day would not have been possible without our awesome team of volunteers and of course our participants. Thank you all!!
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A
nimals in Winter Story Time
Perkiomen Valley Library at Schwenksville
February 4 | 10:30 am
Children ages 3-6 and their favorite adult are invited to learn more about what some of our local animals are up to in the winter.
Registration with the library is requested.
Please call 610-287-8360
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February 9 | 9:30 am
What better way to fight cabin fever that to get out and enjoy nature's beauty! Bundle up and let's see what wintertime has to show us.
No fee, no registration, just show up!
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Bald Birds Brewing Company
February 12th | 6:00 pm
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Beef up your tackle box for next spring or come learn something new. You can bring your own tools or borrow some from us. Either way, we’ll provide the materials and instruction and you’ll walk away with a few bright and shiny flies!
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At the Conservancy
February 21 | 1:00 pm
There are a wide variety of habitats and homes to be had in the animal kingdom. From underground dwellings to “tree houses”, from forests to oceans, we will find out which home and habitat suits which animal best.
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It's all in the Roast...
Visit
Speakeasy Coffee Company
to purchase your bag of Tree Hugger Coffee!
Proceeds from Tree Hugger directly supports the mission of the Conservancy! Have a cup for conservation!
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As a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy
is dependent in part on donations, grants, memberships and sponsorships.
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Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy
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