Did You Fall for Our April Fools’ Prank?Thanks to our Gear Closet media manager… if you know, you know… we created quite a buzz online, even receiving calls from the news to verify our new locations and business ventures. HA! On Monday morning, the Gear Closet temporarily rebranded to Rock Creek for the week to …
What happens when over a thousand individuals rally behind a common cause? Magic, that’s what. Picture this: the 36th Annual Tennessee River Rescue, this past October 5th. A thousand hearts and hands, spread across six counties in three states, all within the Tennessee River Watershed. Their mission? To reclaim the pristine beauty of the Tennessee …
Chattanooga: Stronger Together host Barbara Marter sits down with WaterWays executive director Mary Beth Sutton to chat about the non-profit’s effort in making Chattanooga residents more environmentally conscious. By connecting with both elementary students and informed adults, WaterWays projects are accessbile for learning – as we know the best start to care for our watersheds …
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj9lmeU_zS4 Our founder and director Mary Beth Sutton was recently nominated for the Pay it Forward recognition by News Channel 9. This shoutout showcases WaterWays annual Bonnaroo cleanup, where leftover gear and goods are collected and resold to support the non-profit’s restoration projects. By bringing awareness to the importance of cleanup, the Bonnaroo effort reminds …
Featured in Feb. Newsletter. Written by Peri Anne Edwards The bird obsession continues into February! This month we are featuring the American Coot. Now is the perfect time to go out and search for this duck look-alike. It’s actually a species of rail! We have a few summer residents but we have thousands of …
A Festival with a Purpose Chattanooga is well known for our breathtaking landscapes and outdoor adventures. However, one event has brought together the best of both worlds—nature, and filmmaking—indoors during this chilly January. Last weekend, the Lookout Wild Film Festival offered the ideal escape for nature enthusiasts looking to get inspired. The Lookout …
The Tennessee River Rescue is back and bigger than ever! For more than 35 years, the residents of the Tennessee River Watershed have gathered along the Tennessee River and its tributary stream corridors to clear litter from our precious waterways. This year’s event is scheduled for October 5th at various locations throughout the region. In …
Save Water, Drink Wine (and Beer!) is back, and we’re hoping you will join us Saturday, March 25th, from 5:30-8:30 at Crabtree Farms for an evening celebrating stewardship of our local watersheds. We will be pouring global wines and local beers while enjoying food from local eateries! Learn about local watersheds and meet the people …
It takes us all to protect our waters Caribbean SEA is now WaterWays Caribbean – Join us for our Rebranding Week Celebration! Saturday, June 4: Young Professional – Trivia NightLocation: St. Lucia Yacht ClubTime: 5:00pm – 9:00pmEntry is FREE and PRIZES will be given out! Come and learn more about the Young Professional group and PARTY! …
A little Earth Day History from Earthday.org: Begun by Senator Gaylord Nelson, “Earth Day 1970 achieved a rare political alignment, enlisting support from Republicans and Democrats, rich and poor, urban dwellers and farmers, business and labor leaders. By the end of 1970, the first Earth Day led to the creation of the United States …
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