On Wednesday 9/18, from 6:30-8PM, join Rivers for Change Ambassadors at Patagonia Freeport for a presentation about their recent paddle expedition across Maine, uniting the Sandy and Kennebec rivers from source to sea.Â
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Hear about the group’s epic summer adventure and learn about the immense environmental restoration that has occurred since the Edwards Dam removal 25 years ago.Â
Participate in a Q&A after the presentation led by Rivers for Change Ambassadors, meet local nonprofits, enjoy local refreshments and more!
Founded in 2011, Rivers for Change is a 501c(3) nonprofit who's mission is to connect people to rivers through Source To Sea adventures, conservation, and education. Their vision is a world where every person is an active and passionate river steward who appreciates the interconnectedness and interdependence of all things.
The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) is a nonprofit membership organization protecting, restoring, and conserving Maine’s environment, now and for future generations.
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For more than 60 years, NRCM has been protecting the places and way of life that make Maine so special. They work statewide to protect the health of Maine’s rivers, lakes, streams, and coastal waters; promote sustainable communities through initiatives that reduce toxic pollution and waste; decrease air and climate-changing pollution through energy efficiency and renewable sources; conserve Maine lands and wildlife habitat, including our treasured North Woods; and defend the federal environmental policies and programs that help protect Maine.
Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) is a world-leading science and advocacy organization with more than 25,000 members and volunteers who are passionate about conserving and restoring wild Atlantic salmon. They conduct research on wild salmon throughout the North Atlantic, perform complex river restoration projects, and advocate for legislation that will help to protect wild Atlantic salmon.Â
