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The biennial Columbia River Estuary Conference will be held May 13, 2025 This year's theme is: Echoes of the Estuary: Reflections for a Resilient Future The Columbia River Estuary Conference brings together restoration practitioners, scientists, researchers, and others interested in the ecosystems and restoration of the lower Columbia River, its estuary, plume, and nearshore ocean. This year, the

Lastest news & volunteer opportunitites from the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online. The Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership is proud to be a National Estuary Program. In 1987, Congress amended section 320 of the Clean Water Act to create the National Estuary Program. The National Estuary Program encompasses 28 organizations which

Winter volunteer schedule - canoe season recap - welcome new baord members - and more! If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online . The Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership needs your support this season – your gift large or small helps us in our year-round efforts to restore and care for the waters and ecosystems of the lower Columbia River. Donate to the Lower Columbia

We're hiring - Fall volunteer schedule released - New restoration project underway If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online . We're excited to announce our 2024 Steward of the Year: Congressman Earl Blumenauer Throughout Congressman Earl Blumenauer 28-year tenure representing Oregon’s Third Congressional District, his sustained leadership was pivotal to efforts protecting

Big Canoe pics 💠upcoming events 💠student stormwater video winners! If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online . Have you spotted our Big Canoes yet? Our 2024 Big Canoe season is well underway! We have been out on dozens of paddle programs with community partners already this year and have many more planned before summertime ends. Our environmental educators have been having

Our 2024 Big Canoe season is well underway! We have been out on dozens of paddle programs with community partners already this year and have many more planned before summertime ends. Our environmental educators have been having a fun time paddling with community partners on waterways throughout the Columbia River watershed, including the Willamette River at Cathedral Park, Willamette Park, and

Join us in congratulating the winners of the 2024 Students for Clean Water video contest ! Organized by the Southwest Washington Stormwater Partners, the contest received 25 impressive video submissions. We proudly sponsored the event and served as judges. These creative and educational stormwater videos help raise awareness about the importance of clean water and effective stormwater management.

Save the date - Meet Kristen - Science to Policy recap and more If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online . Save the Date for our Annual Celebration Save the date for our biggest party of the year. On Thursday, October 17 at 6pm, we will gather at the Jupiter NEXT Hotel’s Arium Ballroom to celebrate our successes, our strong partnerships, and to raise critical funds to

The Animal Saving Club donated $1,018 to the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership. The funds were raised through the club’s sale of Columbia River animal-themed greeting cards. Guided by local artist Anne Storrs , members of the Animal Saving Club designed the greeting cards depicting animals connected to the Columbia River. The Animal Savings Club was started by a group of kindergarteners with a

It's Earth Month & we have so many ways for you to celebrate! If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online . Welcome Tony Tommasini, Department of Defense Skillbridge Intern Please join us in welcoming Tony Tommasini to our team! Tony is a Combat Controller in the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command participating in the Department of Defense Skillbridge program, a