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Rafting on the River…for work!

On Wednesday afternoon I joined a group of paddlers (all women!) to test drive a few rafts down the river with the idea of developing senior programming for the City of Ann Arbor and possibly in...

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Michigan Wetlands at Risk

Wetlands serve critical functions in a watershed and our watershed is no exception. Biodiversity: wetlands provide a unique habitat for animals—from fish, amphibians, and macroinvertebrates to birds...

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The Big Melt

Soon, your stormdrain could look like this! The sun is brighter, the birds are more active, and the temperatures are warming. I even got showered by puddle water as I walked home yesterday on N. Main...

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Suds on the River

The BIG tent! Thank you to our Sponsors and Supporters, many River Revelers and River Guardians, our hard working Host Committee, and our hosts Walt Weber and Iva Corbett for helping us celebrate the...

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Paddle and Pedal the Huron this Sunday

We have a paddle trip for people looking for adventure and an interest in trying their skills at biking and paddling.  This Sunday, September 21st, at 1:00 we are hosting a paddle trip from Hudson Mill...

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Protecting Water Under the Clean Water Act

We need your help to bring protections back to our wetlands and small streams. Wait, what?  The Clean Water Act doesn’t protect clean water?  How can that be? Well in 2001 and 2006 there were 2 Supreme...

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A inspiring excursion to the river in the cold

credit: John Lloyd This letter came from my father-in-law yesterday.  I hope it inspires you to get out and enjoy the river and it’s natural beauty even when the weather is bitter.  Bundle up! Dear...

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Our First Paddle Trip: Saturday, May 16th

There is no wi-fi on the river but we promise you a better connection! Saturday, May 16, 8 AM Paddling Bird Watch, Bruin Lake Chain Join Dea Armstrong and HRWC staff on the first HRWC Summer Recreation...

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At 50 years, HRWC is looking back and forward

An award (vase) honoring our 50 years of work from the Michigan Environmental Council This year, HRWC is developing a new strategic plan in 2015 coinciding with the organization’s 50th year.  As part...

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My Huron River (upstream of Hudson Mills)

At Duskcredit: J. Lloyd One of my favorite spots to visit on the Huron is just downstream of the Flook (Portage Lake) dam and upstream of the old Bell Road bridge on the main stem of the river.  The...

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