Thursday, October 15, 2026  – 1 PM Moderator: Juliana Barrett, CT Sea Grant Speakers: Pat Young, Eightmile River Watershed & Carol Haskins, Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition The condition of riparian areas, the area of land at the edge of our rivers, lakes, ponds, and streams, is vital to preserving the many benefits we derive from […]

Thursday, November 12, 2026  – 1 PM Speakers: Owen Placido, CT Sea Grant and UConn CLEAR & Mari Cullerton, UConn CLEAR Riparian areas are vital habitats located where waterbodies meet the land and that provide a “first line of defense” against the pressures of development. Healthy riparian areas are vital for water quality, ecosystem health, […]