The Dennett Community Watershed Awareness/Protection Project, supported by the NIEA and delivered in collaboration with the Dennett Anglers Association, is an inspiring initiative that puts sustainability and community at its core. Through workshops, investigative walks, and hands-on learning, participants explore critical topics such as sediment run-off, land management practices, and local hydrology's impact on the Burndennett River and its tributaries.

Our recent workshop in the Cullion area, facilitated by FROGS CIC, provided an in-depth look at sedimentation issues and included an enlightening tour of the Cullion treatment plant. With the guidance of expert facilitators and a local former employee, participants delved into the workings of water treatment while engaging in meaningful conversations about protecting water quality and enhancing our watershed.

The project’s five key strands explore:

• What is Water?

• Who Lives Here?

• Who and What Threatens Water Quality?

• What Changes Can I Make?

• Designing a Water Quality Protection website.

This participant-driven water quality protection website empowers the community to take practical steps towards preserving our local aquatic ecosystems for future generations. By fostering water awareness and providing up-to-date information about events and helpful resources, it serves as a vital hub for communities keen to safeguard our waterways and stay actively involved in sustainability efforts.

Interested in joining us? Sign up for upcoming workshops by emailing dennettvalleyhealthnetwork@gmail.com or dennettanglers@gmail.com. Together, we can create a healthier, more sustainable watershed.