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Watershed News
Stay updated on PRWC news and events and other topics affecting your watershed community.


FY 2025 Annual Report Now Available
Interested in where your donor dollars go? We invite you to view turn your attention to our Legal and Financials page where you can find our recently published FY 2025 Annual Report of Giving spanning July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
19 hours ago


Celebrate World Water Day - March 22
Every year, just as we celebrate Earth Day on April 22 we celebrate World Water Day on March 22. This year, we are pleased to highlight two special programs aligned in celebration.
20 hours ago


The Dr. Marc Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award
Nominations are now open for the Dr. Marc Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award.
1 day ago


We're Hiring! MJT Summer Internship
PRWC is now accepting applications from undergraduate and graduate students pursuing environmental careers for its Dr. Marc Taylor Summer Internship program.
Jan 8


2025 Pomperaug Watershed News
Click to view this document as a pdf. Visit our Donate page to make a contribution to PRWC's 2025 Annual Appeal and learn about other ways to support our work!
Dec 23, 2025


Be a River Smart Salter This Winter!
As temperatures drop, remember to be a River Smart Salter this season! That means shoveling before snow turns to ice, only using what you need, and remembering to sweep up what's left. It's that easy to protect the health of humans and aquatic life from the impacts of excessive road salt! Keep reading to learn more about the impacts of road salt on our rivers and drinking water and what PRWC is doing to help... What Chemicals Are Applied to Our Roads in the Winter? In Connect
Dec 11, 2025


Macroinvertebrate Mania: PRWC Marks 20 Years of RBV!
This year marks PRWC's 20th macroinvertebrate sampling season!
Sep 30, 2025


Low-Flow Threshold II Reached - Water Conservation Desired
Pomperaug River Low-Flow Plan Action Level Reached Second threshold, “Water Conservation Desired” reached People in the Pomperaug Basin asked to voluntarily conserve water (Aug. 28, 2025) – River flows in the Pomperaug River recently dropped below the second threshold in the Heritage Village water system’s low-flow operations plan. As called for in the plan, Connecticut Water’s Heritage Village water system, the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition, and the Town of Southbury a
Aug 28, 2025


Aug 26, 2025


Pomperaug River Low-Flow Plan Action Level Reached
(July 25, 2025) River flows in the Pomperaug River recently dropped below the first threshold in the Heritage Village water system’s...
Jul 25, 2025


Paddle with us this summer!
We've got a busy summer ahead packed with paddles, pulls, and more! Visit our events page for more information and to register. Volunteers for all paddling events are encouraged to BYOB: Bring Your Own Boat, paddle, and personal floatation device (PFD). Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards are all suitable for these volunteer events. A limited number of kayaks and paddles are available for use. Register now to reserve yours!
Jul 14, 2025


Looking Ahead: New Strategic Plan Sets Bold Path Forward
Since 1999, Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition (PRWC) has been a trusted voice, providing science-based expertise and leadership to...
Jul 10, 2025
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