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SUMMARY:National Harbor River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join us in tackling the Potomac Rivers trash pollution problem! Every month from May until October we will be hosting River Cleanups.\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nAs a part of Potomac Riverkeeper Network’s Trash-Free Potomac Campaign\, we are hosting River Cleanups throughout the watershed from May until October! Join us to help us tackle the Potomac River’s trash pollution! \n\n\n\nWe need volunteers of all ages to help remove single-use plastics and trash that has accumulated along the shoreline. Please be prepared and dress accordingly. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet and muddy. Please bring water (in your reusable water bottle\, of course) and snacks. \n\n\n\nOur National Harbor registration begins 30 min before the start time of the event and will meet in the parking lot for the National Harbor Carousel. We will provide gloves\, bags\, and trash pickers at the registration table. \n\n\n\nPlease fill out our volunteer waiver HERE before arriving at our event. Any minors participating must have a parent or legal guardian attend with them and sign their waiver.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/national-harbor-river-cleanup-5/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event,River Cleanups,National Harbor River Cleanups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T083000
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SUMMARY:RiverPalooza: Shenandoah Bird Watching Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Shenandoah Riverkeeper for our first ever land-based Riverpalooza Trip! Take a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Shenandoah River at Whitehouse Farms while experienced local birders share their knowledge and point out the diverse wildlife found along the river’s edge. This is a great opportunity for beginner and experienced birders alike to get outside\, explore a new area\, and appreciate the vibrant habitats and wildlife along the water’s edge. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrip Details: \n\n\n\n\nArrival Location:The White House Farm1917 Kauffmans Mill RoadLuray\, VA 22835\n\n\n\n\n\nArrival & Check in Time: 8:30 AM\n\n\n\nEstimated End time: 1:00 PM\n\n\n\n\nIncluded with each registration: \n\n\n\n\nRiverPalooza t-shirt\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring:\n\n\n\n\nWear proper footwear. NO FLIP-FLOPS. Good walking shoes\n\n\n\nSunscreen\, hat and rain gear\n\n\n\nSnacks and drinking water (no glass bottles)\n\n\n\nBinoculars\n\n\n\nInsect repellant\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTag us in your paddle trips on  \n\n\n\n\n\n#RiverPalooza
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/riverpalooza-shenandoah-bird-watching-walk/
CATEGORIES:Riverpalooza 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240501T125512Z
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SUMMARY:33rd DCAC Swim for Life at National Harbor
DESCRIPTION:District of Columbia Aquatics Club’s Swim for Life event is an annual open water swim and community fundraising event. The event provides open water swim enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy swimming in local waterways and support locally-based organizations (Potomac Riverkeeper Network\, DCAC\, and others).  \n\n\n\nVolunteers/Event Support:  \n\n\n\n\nWe welcome volunteers from Potomac Riverkeeper and others who would like to participate.\n\n\n\nWe invite volunteers to paddle the kayaks for the safety of the swimmers.\n\n\n\n\nFor complete details visit the DCAC website.\n\n\n\n\nRegister and Volunteer Here
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/dcac-swim-for-life-2024/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T130000
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SUMMARY:Potomac Pride Paddle
DESCRIPTION:(No Rain Date — Please note: event will only be canceled if river levels do not permit and is not based on forecasted rain.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Potomac Riverkeeper Network for a special trip to celebrate Pride Month! Our non-profit is dedicated to fighting water pollution and promoting river access for all\, and we’re excited to offer this unique opportunity to explore the Potomac River with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies. \n\n\n\nOn this kayak trip\, you’ll paddle along the beautiful Potomac River\, taking in the stunning scenery and enjoying the company of your fellow kayakers. Our experienced guides will lead you on a leisurely tour\, pointing out local wildlife and sharing interesting facts about the river’s history and ecology. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to kayakers of all skill levels\, so whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner\, we welcome you to join us! We’ll provide all necessary equipment\, including kayaks\, paddles\, and life jackets. Just bring your sense of adventure and a willingness to celebrate Pride Month in style! \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to connect with nature\, make new friends\, and support the important work of Potomac Riverkeeper Network. Sign up today and get ready for an unforgettable experience! \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTRIP DETAILS\n\n\n\n\nArrival Location:Key Boat House3500 Water St NWWashington\, DC 20007\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin Arrival/Check-in: 9:00AM\n\n\n\nLaunch Time: 10:00AM\n\n\n\nAnticipated Take-out Time: 1:00PM\n\n\n\nSkill Level: Beginner\n\n\n\nBoat Options and Costs:Single kayak: $45\n\n\n\nParticipant Limit: 30 People\n\n\n\n\nNote: Rentals are only available to adults or children 12 years and older who are accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nIncluded with each registration: \n\n\n\n\nGroup Leader\n\n\n\nPaddle Instruction\n\n\n\n3 Hour kayak rental\n\n\n\nPaddle insurance\n\n\n\nPersonal flotation device for the day (with rental)\n\n\n\nRiverPalooza t-shirt\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOW TO REGISTER\n\n\n\nwaiver must be signed online (in advance) for you to be registered for this trip.\n\n\n\n1. Participant Rental Waiver \n\n\n\nAlso to do in advance:\n\n\n\n\nRead Paddle Rules\n\n\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING:\n\n\n\n\nPacked lunch\n\n\n\nReusable water bottle (please no plastic bottles or glass)\n\n\n\nWear proper footwear. NO FLIP-FLOPS. Old gym shoes\, sandals with a strap\, and water shoes work great\n\n\n\nSunscreen\, hat and rain gear\n\n\n\nSnacks and drinking water (no glass bottles)\n\n\n\nChange of clothes\n\n\n\nDry Bag or Waterproof Container (if you bring a phone or a non-waterproof camera\, you need a way to protect it)\n\n\n\nIf you plan to fish\, bring a valid fishing license for the waters you would be fishing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTag us in your paddle trips on  \n\n\n\n\n\n#RiverPalooza
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/dc-pride-paddle-2/
CATEGORIES:Riverpalooza 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T150000
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SUMMARY:RiverPalooza: Shenandoah Birdwatching PADDLE
DESCRIPTION:Riverkeeper Boat Photo Credit: Sharon Fisher\n\n\n\nJoin us for a peaceful and picturesque journey down the South Fork of the Shenandoah River\, starting at Andy Guest Shenandoah River State Park and ending at Karo Landing (5+ miles). As we float downstream\, we’ll be joined by expert birders Heather McSharry and Mark Abdy\, Washington County Coordinators for the Maryland Ornithological Society’s Breeding Bird Atlas 3 Project. \n\n\n\nHeather and Mark will help us identify the various songbirds\, waterfowl\, and other feathered creatures we encounter on our journey. We’ve been lucky enough to spot numerous different bird species\, including Wood Ducks with ducklings\, Great Blue and Green Herons\, and even Bald Eagles. We’ll also have the opportunity to glide past a large Great Blue Heron rookery. Last year\, we ran the trip much later in the year due to drought conditions\, so we expect to find a few more migratory song birds in the mix this year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpace on this trip is limited\, so don’t wait until the last minute to reserve your spot – bring along your binoculars\, and we’ll provide walkie-talkies to help everyone stay in touch and share sightings. And if you have your own walkie-talkie\, be sure to bring it along as well. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to enjoy a relaxing and informative float down the Shenandoah River with your Shenandoah Riverkeeper and expert birders Heather and Mark. We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTRIP DETAILS\n\n\n\n\nArrival Location:Front Royal Outdoors8567 Stonewall Jackson HwyFront Royal\, VA 22630\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin Arrival & Check in: 9:00AM\n\n\n\nShuttle Departs to Put-In: 10:00AM\n\n\n\nEstimated Take-out time: 3:00PM\n\n\n\nPaddle Level: Beginner\n\n\n\nPaddle Distance: 5 Miles\n\n\n\n\n\nBoat Options and Costs:Canoe: $150 (Includes registration for 2)Kayak: $60TandemKayak: $150BYOB: $35\n\n\n\n\nIncluded with each registration: \n\n\n\n\nRiverkeeper Leader\n\n\n\nrental canoe or kayak\n\n\n\nPaddle insurance\n\n\n\nPersonal flotation device for the day (with rental)\n\n\n\nShuttle Service (if applicable)\n\n\n\nRiverPalooza Tee\n\n\n\n\nNote:  Rentals are only available to adults or children 12 years and older who are accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n\n\nHow to sign up\n\n\n\nwaivers must be signed online (in advance) for you to be registered for this trip.\n\n\n\n1. Participant Rental Waiver \n\n\n\nAlso to do in advance:\n\n\n\n\nRead Paddle Rules\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring\n\n\n\n\nPacked lunch\n\n\n\nReusable water bottle (please no plastic bottles or glass)\n\n\n\nWear proper footwear. NO FLIP-FLOPS. Old gym shoes\, sandals with a strap\, and water shoes work great\n\n\n\nSunscreen\, hat and rain gear\n\n\n\nSnacks and drinking water (no glass bottles)\n\n\n\nChange of clothes\n\n\n\nDry Bag or Waterproof Container (if you bring a phone or a non-waterproof camera\, you need a way to protect it)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTag us in your paddle trips on  \n\n\n\nInstagram\n\nFacebook\n\nTikTok\n\n\n\n\n#RiverPalooza
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/riverpalooza-shenandoah-birdwatching-paddle/
CATEGORIES:Riverpalooza 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T193000
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SUMMARY:DC Boat Show Cocktail Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and the DC Boat ShowFor an Evening of Cocktails on the “Not-so-High Seas!” \n\n\n\nThere will be food\, DJ\, and amazing raffle prizes! \n\n\n\nTickets – $50 per person (includes 1 drink ticket\, $10 discount toward Boat Show Ticket) \n\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProceeds benefit Potomac Riverkeeper Network and a cleaner Potomac River!
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/dc-boat-show-cocktail-party/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240401T142600Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us at Apple Blossom Festival Firefighters’ Parade
DESCRIPTION:Come to Winchester on Friday\, May 3rd to see Shenandoah Riverkeeper\, Mark Frondorf\, and Program Manager\, Alan Lehman\, in the Firefighters’ parade. Always a great time!
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/join-us-at-apple-blossom-festival-and-parade/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T190000
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CREATED:20240306T163425Z
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SUMMARY:Upper Potomac WQM Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars – May 1 is volunteer water quality monitoring training for the Upper Potomac. \n\n\n\nIt is almost water quality sampling season. Join Brent Walls\, Upper Potomac Riverkeeper on May 1 from 5-7 p.m. at Mt. Aetna Retreat Center\, 21905 Mount Aetna Rd\, Hagerstown\, MD for this event. Please share the date and invite your friends to help us keep watch on water quality throughout the summer. \n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/upper-potomac-wqm-volunteer-training/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240305T121649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T121649Z
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SUMMARY:Oxon Cove Earth Day Cleanup - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
DESCRIPTION:Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and our partners as we bring our communities together to celebrate Earth Day by giving back! \n\n\n\nLOCATIONOxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm6411 Oxon Hill Road | Oxon Hill\, MD 20745 \n\n\n\n\nMORE INFO & rEGISTRATION\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome volunteers of all ages to help remove single-use plastics and trash that has accumulated along the shoreline of Oxon Cove and Oxon Run. We are looking for folks to help on a morning shift or afternoon shift\, and to help us pack up afterward.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/oxon-cove-earth-day-cleanup-volunteers-needed/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240401T140231Z
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SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring Training (National Harbor)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person training to become a certified Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program Volunteer!  \n\n\n\nDuring this training\, you will learn about Potomac Riverkeeper Networks role in preventing pollution in our watershed & the role of Community Science in our Swimmable Potomac Campaign\, learn the field and lab methods for collecting and reading water quality samples\, get hands-on experience practicing water sample collection and take our Community Science Water Quality Monitor Volunteer test to become certified within our program! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/water-quality-monitoring-training/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T150000
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CREATED:20240417T150149Z
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SUMMARY:Front Royal Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Front Royal on Sunday\, April 21st at 10:00am to 3:00pm for a celebration inspired by the iconic Lone Pine overlooking the town. Whether you’ve been a part of previous events or are joining for the first time\, kick off Spring with us and showcase your commitment to the environment! \n\n\n\nLocation: Main Street Gazebo414 E Main StFront Royal\, VA 22630 \n\n\n\nThe event will connect you with diverse\, nature-oriented conservation groups that showcase environmental stewardship at its best.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/front-royal-earth-day-celebration/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240328T115242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T115242Z
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SUMMARY:Jones Point Lighthouse Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:This Earth Day Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and the National Park Service to tackle the “marsh madness” at Jones Point Park!\n\n\n\nWe hope that our fellow Potomac River users\, groups\, and lovers will make an effort to join us. All are welcome to participate! Come out to meet your neighbors and support the health of our Potomac River. Spread the word and sign up to get your free RSVP ticket! (Per the NPS\, we’re limited to recruiting 75 volunteers. Sign up before the slots get swept up!) \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Jones Point Lighthouse – Alexandria\, VA \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEERS REGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT prkn river cleanupS\n\n\n\nAs a part of Potomac Riverkeeper Network’s Trash-Free Potomac Campaign\, we host River Cleanups throughout the watershed from May until October! Join us to help us tackle the Potomac River’s trash pollution! \n\n\n\nWe need volunteers of all ages to help remove single-use plastics and trash that has accumulated along the shoreline. Please be prepared and dress accordingly. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet and muddy. Please bring water (in your reusable water bottle\, of course) and snacks. We provide gloves\, bags\, and trash pickers. \n\n\n\nPlease fill out our volunteer waiver HERE before arriving at our events. Any minors participating must have a parent or legal guardian attend with them and sign their waiver.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/jones-point-lighthouse-cleanup/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event,River Cleanups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240403T104548Z
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SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring Training (Colonial Beach)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person training to become a certified Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program Volunteer! \n\n\n\nLocation:US Potomac River Fisheries222 Taylor Street Colonial Beach\, VA 22443 \n\n\n\nDuring this training\, you will learn about Potomac Riverkeeper Networks role in preventing pollution in our watershed & the role of Community Science in our Swimmable Potomac Campaign\, learn the field and lab methods for collecting and reading water quality samples\, get hands-on experience practicing water sample collection and take our Community Science Water Quality Monitor Volunteer test to become certified within our program! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/water-quality-monitoring-training-colonial-beach/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240306T095117Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Osprey Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Osprey Festival is one of the largest festivals of its kind celebrating the return of the osprey to Colonial Beach\, birdwatching and the area’s abundant natural resources. \n\n\n\nLearn about the resurgence of the osprey along the Potomac. And last year\, Potomac Riverkeeper Network and Potomac River Fisheries Commission launched Colonial Beach’s first ever Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program — learn more about last year’s results. Come learn more about volunteer opportunities to engage in the science of clean water\, help collect water samples and learn lab techniques to make sure the river is safe for fishing\, swimming\, and Ospreys! \n\n\n\nJoin Emily Franc\, VP of Development and Philanthropy\, other PRKN staff\, and the Sea Dog for a great day celebrating oysters and water quality monitoring. \n\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/virginia-osprey-festival/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240306T155549Z
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SUMMARY:Public Hearing on AES Warrior Run Permit
DESCRIPTION:Maryland’s Department of the Environment will hold a public information hearing on the renewal of a discharge permit for AES Warrior Run coal-fired electricity generating plant on April 8 at 5 PM. \n\n\n\nLocation: Meeting Room at the Allegany County LibrarySouth Cumberland Branch\, 100 Seymour Street\,Cumberland\, MD 21502 \n\n\n\nThe application seeks renewal of a permit to discharge an average of 146\,000 gallons per day of cooling tower blowdown\, boiler blowdown\, demineralizer regeneration wastewater\, and carbon dioxide scrubber wastes and variable volumes of stormwater\, including coal pile runoff\, from a steam electric cogeneration and carbon dioxide production facility. The discharges would flow into the North Branch Potomac River. \n\n\n\nA copy of the application may be downloaded from the Department’s website at https://mdewwp.page.link/wwpportal. At that webpage\, search for State Number 24DP2937\, click “More Info\,” and then select the desired document(s) to download.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/public-hearing-on-aes-warrior-run-permit/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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SUMMARY:International Water Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The Country Inn110 S Washington StBerkeley Springs\, WV 25411 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 34th Annual International Water Tasting event will be held at the historic Country Inn in Berkeley Springs\, WV. This is a free event\, so come\, show your support\,  \n\n\n\nHear Brent’s remarks about the latest news on PFAS (toxic “forever chemicals”) in our soil and water at the “Beneath the Surface and Around the Globe” seminar on Friday at 1:00pm. Stick around for the water tasting on Saturday beginning at 2:30pm. \n\n\n\n\nClick here for more information
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/international-water-tasting/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T193000
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SUMMARY:Swimmable Potomac Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join DC water quality experts Jonathan Champion and Alicia Ritzenthaler from DC’s Department of Energy and the Environment (DOEE)\, and Potomac Riverkeeper\, Dean Naujoks\, for a town hall discussion of swimming opportunities in the Potomac River in DC. We will discuss why swimming was banned in DC rivers in 1971 and why it is now high time to lift that ban.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLOCATION:Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Neighborhood Library1630 7th Street NW\, Washington\, DC 20001 \n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR FREE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome to the town hall meeting to learn about what the science is telling us on DC water quality.  PRKN’s community science  water quality monitoring program’s trained volunteers collect and analyze water quality samples for E.coli bacteria every summer. The data we have collected shows that the Potomac is indeed swimmable most of the time! Let’s make the Potomac clean and safe and accessible to everyone for swimming\, paddling\, and other water-based fun.  It is our river – let’s enjoy it! 
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/swimmable-potomac-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T130000
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SUMMARY:Water Wednesday: PFAS – what can we do to get rid of it?
DESCRIPTION:Phil Farina from Clear Creek Systems\, a firm specializing in water treatment\, will join Brent Walls\, Upper Potomac Riverkeeper\, in speaking about treatment and destruction technologies for PFAS\, a group of toxic “forever chemicals” that are found throughout our homes and environment. PRKN has been advocating for more public information about PFAS risks and what we can do and state agencies can do to reduce public health risks; an untapped resource could be technologies to remove and most importantly to destroy PFAS. Learn more about these possibilities. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/water-wednesday-pfas-what-can-we-do-to-get-rid-of-it/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T143000
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CREATED:20240109T163929Z
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SUMMARY:JOIN US FOR THE Polar Bear Plunge to "keep Winter Cold"
DESCRIPTION:Plunge for Clean Water and to Stop Climate Change at National Harbor\n\n\n\nHave you signed up yet? If you have never participated before\, this can be the year you do! It’s wild and it’s mad fun!  \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about this year’s Polar Bear Plunge! And even if you don’t want to get in the water\, you can still get in on the action. \n\n\n\n\nTAKE THE PLUNGE – jOIN OUR TEAM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are plenty of ways to participate: if you join us and jump in\, you will be instantly and forever identified as a true water lover! But you can also sponsor a swimmer – the funds we raise are shared with our friends at Chesapeake Climate Action Network\, who work to address one of the biggest threats to our rivers – climate change. \n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR SOMEONE ON THE pRKN tEAM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDean Naujoks takes the Plunge\n\n\n\nEnticement needed? If you attend\, you will join lots of Board Members\, Staff\, and PRKN alumni\, doing their part for the river! We have more team members joining every day.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/2024-polar-bear-plunge/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T044239
CREATED:20240110T154737Z
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SUMMARY:Water Wednesday: Maryland and Virginia Legislative Preview
DESCRIPTION:Please join our three Riverkeepers to discuss the legislation that we will be advancing during the Maryland and Virginia legislative sessions that will run from January through March. \n\n\n\nWe will be working on clean water enforcement\, reducing PFAS or “forever chemicals”\,  implementation of best management practices to protect the rivers\, minimizing coal ash contamination in our waterways\, and expanding funding for water quality monitoring. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/water-wednesday-maryland-and-virginia-legislative-preview/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Event
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