How Science-y Are HRWC Scientists? Very.
We have a very large whiteboard in the conference room at HRWC, and the holidays prompted some doodling across its vast expanse. Suddenly, the Huron River was populated with all sorts of creatures...
View ArticleEngage, Engage, Engage
In the last 2 months I’ve been asked a lot about my thoughts on sustainability and climate going forward. At a recent climate rally I shared what we do best at HRWC—the climate science and trends, and...
View ArticleMake a Difference… Be a Scientist on Earth Day
Join a team of kids, teens, adults, and retirees during the River Roundup as you explore creeks and rivers. Earth Day falls on April 22 this year, and not accidentally, so does HRWC’s spring River...
View ArticleStanding Strong for Clean Water
In the last 5 months HRWC has been regularly expressing our concern on changes to federal policy, legislation, and the budget. I want to share with you a few of these letters and comments and assure...
View ArticleShred, Gather, or Clear: How to Get Rid of Autumn Leaves
We’re just past Autumn’s peak color burst and it’s time to properly deal with all the leaves left on the ground. There are a few ways to dispose of your leaves: Mow right over them and leave the bits...
View ArticleRiver Roundup Results Reviewed: October 2017
Aquatic insect sampling on the Huron River and its creeks Thanks to 145 volunteers who contributed approximately 580 volunteer hours, the October 2017 River Roundup was a great success! As always,...
View ArticleTop ten things I am thankful for . . .
As we head in to Thanksgiving I am reflecting on the many things that I am grateful for. I am lucky that I find so much to be grateful for in my work. Just in the past few months, I have a dozen or...
View ArticleRiver Roundup Results Reviewed, April 2018
Macroinvertebrate sampling on the Huron River and its creeks Volunteers set up “picking” stations while trained collectors go into the creeks to pull out macros with a net. Thanks to our many...
View ArticleTony Golin: River Champion
Tony Golin by his collection of trash from the Huron River. Photo courtesy of the Golin Family. Tony Golin stands six feet tall. His wingspan is greater than that. He is as fit as you’d expect a...
View ArticleCraft Cocktail Benefits the Huron River
Unwind after a day on the river and help protect the Huron with a custom cocktail from the Ann Arbor Distilling Company! HRWC has partnered with the Ann Arbor Distilling Company on a cocktail to go....
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