The Kennebec River experienced a dramatic resurgence in water quality, wildlife, and economic opportunity with the removal of the Edwards Dam in 1999. We must continue this success by reconnecting Atlantic salmon and other sea-run fish to the Sandy River.
Join us for an event dedicated to reuniting the Kennebec River. Enjoy local food and drinks, a screening of the PBS short film, Paddling the Saco, a panel discussion and Q&A session with local environmental experts, and an opportunity to take action.
Photo Credit: J. Monkman/NRCM
The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) is a nonprofit membership organization protecting, restoring, and conserving Maine’s environment, now and for future generations.
For more than 60 years, the Natural Resources Council of Maine has been protecting the places and way of life that make Maine so special. They work statewide to protect the health of Maine’s rivers, lakes, streams, and coastal waters; promote sustainable communities through initiatives that reduce toxic pollution and waste; decrease air and climate-changing pollution through energy efficiency and renewable sources; conserve Maine lands and wildlife habitat, including our treasured North Woods; and defend the federal environmental policies and programs that help protect Maine.
Founded in 2011, Rivers for Change is a 501c(3) nonprofit who's mission is to connect people to rivers through Source To Sea adventures, conservation, and education. Their vision is a world where every person is an active and passionate river steward appreciating the interconnectedness and interdependence of all things.
Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) is a world-leading science and advocacy organization with headquarters in New Brunswick, Canada. Represented at prominent forums, the Atlantic Salmon Federation is a family of more than 25,000 members and volunteers passionate about conserving and restoring wild Atlantic salmon. They conduct research on wild salmon throughout the North Atlantic, perform complex river restoration projects, and advocate for legislation that will help to protect wild Atlantic salmon.
New Hampshire PBS inspires one million Granite Staters each month with engaging and trusted local and national programs on-air, online, via mobile, in classrooms and in communities. Founded in 1959 as the New Hampshire Network, the station has evolved its identity and services over the years. From the New Hampshire Network to Channel 11 to New Hampshire Public Television, and as of October 1, 2017, New Hampshire PBS. The station’s new identity more strongly reflects its affinity with the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and its evolution as a multi-media public service provider.
Joe Klementovich is a freelance photographer working with a wide range of clients from the New York Times to Patagonia. Joe focuses his talent and energy on creating images centered on our natural world and the people who choose to live, work, and explore it. His storytelling skills have translated into working with NHPBS on the long-time TV show “Windows to the Wild”. More adventures, more stories, more projects to come, and all of them will be outside.
