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Stewardship of our natural resources is essential if we wish to guarantee that present and future generations enjoy clean water, good air quality and open spaces. When you support organizations that protect the environment you address immediate need today while ensuring a greener tomorrow.

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Protect the Quinnipiac River and our Waterways

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Fighting to Reduce Exposure to Toxic Pesticides

The Watershed Partnership's Dr. Jerry Silbert successfully worked to have legislation passed in CT banning the use of pesticides at schools and daycare centers.

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The risks from lawn care pesticides can persist in soil and water for weeks, which can lead to the contamination of aquatic resources and local wildlife. Studies of major rivers and streams have documented that 100 percent of all surface water samples contained one or more pesticides at detectable levels.

 

 

 This canoeable trail guide of the Quinnipiac River was created to educate citizens about the habitats along the River and encourage responsible stewardship of one of Greater New Haven’s most precious natural resources.

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