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Resolutions for a Healthier Planet and Cleaner Water
As we step into the new year, it’s the perfect time to refresh our goals and set intentions for a more sustainable future. This year, why not resolve to make a positive impact on the environment, especially our precious water resources? Simple changes in our daily habits can have a profound effect on water quality,…
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Kickstart 2025 with Partners for Clean Streams!
As we step into the new year, we’re excited to continue our efforts to protect and preserve our waterways. In 2025, we’ll be bringing back some of our most beloved stewardship programs, including Clean Your Streams, Get the Lead Out, Storm Drain Marking, and Reel in and Recycle. While these programs officially kick off in…
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Reflecting on a Successful 2024: A Year of Impact and Progress
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to celebrate some of the highlights from this year thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, partners, and supporters. 2024 Accomplishments: – New Website Launch: We’re excited to unveil our refreshed PCS website, making it easier to stay connected and engaged with our mission. –…
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🧂❄️Road Salt: The Winter Wonder You Shouldn’t Overdo
As icy weather nears, it’s tempting to grab the salt and go wild—sprinkling it everywhere like you’re seasoning a giant snow-covered meal. But before you go full “salt-bae” on your driveway, let’s talk about how to use salt wisely this season. Salt is a powerful tool for keeping us safe and preventing slips and slides…
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Support PCS This Giving Tuesday, December 3rd!
This Giving Tuesday, consider supporting Partners for Clean Streams. Whether financially or volunteering with us, we need your passion to help us restore and protect our streams. For 17 years, we’ve made great strides in cleaning the Maumee River, restoring habitats, and engaging thousands of volunteers. In the year ahead, we plan to do even…
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We want to hear from YOU!🗣
We value everyone that has strengthened their commitment to clean, clear, and safe waterways this year. Kindly complete this survey and let us know your thoughts from being involved with PCS in 2024, and how we can make 2025 even better! We kindly ask for your participation in completing the survey to share your feedback…
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Data Breakdown for CYS 28!
For 28 years, we’ve been inspired by our volunteers’ unwavering commitment to water stewardship during Clean Your Streams. We are excited to share their achievements, along with a comprehensive analysis of this year’s citizen science data. We can’t always neatly categorize every single piece of marine debris that volunteers remove, but this shows some of…
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Tips for a Sustainable Holiday Season
The holiday season is coming up! This is a wonderful time to gather with loved ones and enjoy delicious food, but it can also lead to significant waste and environmental impact. Here are some simple tips to incorporate sustainable practices for your gatherings: 📝 Plan Your Menu Wisely• Use local and seasonal produce to reduce…
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Join Us for Fall Clean-Ups with CYS 365! 🍂
November is the season of giving, and what better way to give back than to our environment? As the vibrant colors of fall surround us, it’s the perfect time to unite and provide our community with a little TLC. Through our CYS 365 program, you can volunteer with us to create clearer, cleaner waterways year-round!…
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🗓 Save the Date for our Annual General Meeting on December 5th!
We’re excited to invite you to our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on December 5th! This is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our achievements from the past year, honor the recipient of our Annual Environmental Stewardship and Involvement Award, celebrate the winners of the Clean Your Streams Challenges, and conduct essential organizational business, including the…
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THANK YOU for making CYS 28 the best one yet!
September 28th, 2024 was our 28th annual Clean Your Streams Day. We wanted to say thank you to everyone who came out and supported the event, helping to keep our streams clean. We would not be able to do what we do without your help and support! One last THANK YOU to those who helped…
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Managing Fall Leaf Debris
Happy fall! One of the best things about fall is the beautiful red, green, and orange foliage. But it comes with a cost. During this time of the year, we need to make sure to protect our storm drains and water quality by properly discarding those fallen leaves! When the trees lose their leaves, the…