While you are out and about…Where is the litter? From: Mystic River Watershed Association <MysticRiverWatershedAssociation@mailman.bloomerang-mail.com> Reply-To: <erica.wood@mysticriver.org> Date: Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 10:52 AM To: Ruth Ryals <rryals@comcast.net> Subject: Announcing Trash-Free Mystic Program LAUNCHING A RESPONSE TO LITTER Most of the pollutants we chase are invisible: you can’t see bacteria or excess nutrients in stormwater. Now, MyRWA is launching an initiative to combat a very visible pollutant: trash in the river—especially plastic waste. We know you are concerned about it because we hear from residents and visitors, mayors and business owners. And we know that it connects to one of the biggest environmental challenges we face worldwide: the huge growth in plastic waste and its negative effects on ecosystems and human health. Read about the goals and upcoming projects for the Trash-Free Mystic Program here >>>. TELL US WHERE THE TRASH IS Earlier this year Scott McClure, watershed resident, alerted us to construction debris in Alewife Brook Reservation. We worked with surrounding municipalities to ensure the debris was removed. Read More >>> STUDY TRASH HOT SPOTS Help us get a big picture of the overall trash problem in our watershed by performing a visual assessment of litter in priority areas in your community. You will be assigned a location in your city or town—or if you are willing to travel, let us know! This quick and indispensable measurement helps us determine the most polluted areas for further study. Have one-hour? Register for visual trash assessments and we'll send your route asap. GET INVOLVED WITH YOUR CITY OR TOWN Municipalities care deeply about the litter and plastics problem—and want to hear your concerns and ideas! Ask your local leaders how you can get involved in waste reduction in your community. For example, "Zero Waste Arlington," is a resident committee that helps the Town with outreach and recycling issues. We sat down with three members of the committee to learn more about their work. Read more >>> HOST AN EVENT Need guidance for hosting a small cleanup? Want to host an educational event with your team? We're here to help! For example, Karen Grossman (past MyRWA board member, outreach volunteer, and member of Temple Shir Tikvah) recently partnered with MyRWA to host a Plastover webinar. The Plastover movement encourages the mindful reduction of plastic waste during Passover—and is a powerful model of camaraderie towards a cleaner Earth. Watch the recording of the Plastover webinar below to learn more: PS- Save the date! To celebrate the herring MyRWA will host the 25th annual Mystic Herring Run and Paddle on May 9th-23rd. Our Contact InformationMystic River Watershed Association20 Academy ST, STE 306 Arlington, MA 02476-6401781-316-3438http://www.mysticriver.org Unsubscribe | Manage email preferences