Did you miss our webinar last week on Finding Creative Funding Sources for Conservation and Recreation? Watch it here today! This presentation discussed different opportunities for finding funding from private and public grants to more innovative partnerships and events. Read more…
This blog is from our partner, Eric Davis who currently serves as Director of Dorchester County Parks and Recreation Department. He is an avid fisherman and lifelong paddler.
From childhood to adulthood and through the lens of my chosen profession, I have always viewed waterways as an indispensable outlet for recreational pursuits for all ages and ability levels. In the South Carolina Lowcountry water is everywhere. Read more…
Join us for our monthly webinar series next Tuesday, November 17th at 1 pm ET/11 am MT. This presentation will discuss different opportunities for finding funding from private and public grants to more innovative partnerships and events. Read more…
Did you miss our webinar earlier this week on the Connecting Communities to Rivers Grant Program? Watch it today for an overview of the Connecting Communities to Rivers grant program. Read more…
Earlier this fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) began soliciting proposals for projects that will advance EPA’s water quality and environmental justice goals. Proposed and eligible projects will address urban runoff pollution through diverse partnerships that produce multiple community benefits, with emphasis on underserved communities. Applications are due November 20th. Read more…
Unicorn spotting on the Waccamaw River! What better way to spend Halloween that to enjoy the gorgeous fall weather on the Waccamaw River Blue Trail? A group of locals got together to channel their imaginations and paddle through the gorgeous black water, enjoying the changing leaves and local wildlife. Read more…
Did you miss our October webinar on Prepare to Launch? Watch it today and learn more about guidelines for assessing, designing, and building launch sites for carry-in watercraft. Corita Waters and Lelia Mellen with the National Park Service lead a 30 minute engaging presentation describing the tools and resources available. Participants will also have the opportunity to evaluate the good the bad and the ugly as we continue to evolve the best practices for the development of launch sites. Read more…
Today American Rivers announced the creation of a new grant program to benefit rivers and the communities served by them throughout the Intermountain West. The Connecting Communities to Rivers grant program will provide financial support for projects that connect communities in the Intermountain West to their rivers by improving family-friendly recreational opportunities and protecting and restoring rivers and surrounding lands. Read more…
Join us for our October webinar on Tuesday, October 27th at 3 pm ET/1 pm M. We will learn more about Prepare to Launch! Guidelines for Assessing, Designing, and Building Launch Sites for Carry-in Watercraft. Corita Waters and Lelia Mellen with the National Park Service will lead a 30 minute engaging presentation. Read more…
