Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧

Since 1967, the mission of Mill River Wetland Committee has been to Educate, Advocate and Engage. There is only one world and one watershed.

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

Happy #WorldWetlandsDay!

Traditional knowledge has long guided the sustainable use of wetlands. As the Convention on Wetlands marks 55 years, #WorldWetlandsDay2026 calls on us to protect wetlands and honour cultural heritage.

#WWD2026 #CelebratingWetlands

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

💚 WORLD WETLANDS DAY 💚 2 February 2026

This year’s theme is "Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage." Be part of the global celebration!

https://t.co/k3BBRPLXb3

#WorldWetlandsDay #CelebratingWetlands #WorldWetlandsDay2026

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

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They provided opportunity for input from the community, and kids got to add their ideas about park space and playgrounds!!

This enrichment experience was made possible through a grant from the Restore America’s Estuaries Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund 2025.

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MRWC was invited to participate at Barnum School’s Science Night this week. Powered by the spirited support of many volunteers, 11 engaging activity stations - curated to inspire scientific inquiry in students from kindergarten and up - were enthusiastically enjoyed by all. 1/3

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Barnum School serves students in grades K through 8 in Bridgeport. The event was held in collaboration with partner organizations CORR, GWB, and Stantec, an engineering firm hired to revitalize the yellow mill area in Bridgeport for public access and habitat protection.

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

Check out “The River”
The Mill River Wetland Committee Magazine
Featuring The Mill River Watershed.

If you would like to volunteer to help us, contact us at [email protected].

To donate: https://t.co/0DsAThP749

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

All month long we will be benefiting from the @StopandShop Community Bag Program! MRWC will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at the Stop & Shop located on 1160 Kings Highway Cut-off in Fairfield until the end of September.

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

Today, we start benefiting from the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program! This month, MRWC will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at the at the @StopandShop located on 1160 Kings Highway Cut-off in #Fairfield.

#supportlocal #supportnonprofits

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

We’re excited that @StopandShop has selected Mill River Wetland Committee to benefit from the Community Bag Program! Throughout September, we will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at the Stop & Shop located on 1160 Kings Highway Cut-off.

[Aquarion Water Company @aquarionwater]

Happy #NationalGardeningDay! 🌻🌿 Make every drop count with our upcycled rain barrels! They're upcycled, eco-friendly, and perfect for your garden. Don't wait! Order yours by April 21. https://t.co/EhwB56O0lk

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

Happy #WorldWetlandsDay2025!

By conserving the world’s wetlands, we safeguard biodiversity, enhance climate resilience and secure critical ecosystem services that support human health, economic wellbeing and cultural heritage.

Because today and every day is #WorldWetlandsDay.

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

💚 WORLD WETLANDS DAY 💚 2 February 2025

This year’s theme is “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future.” It underscores the urgency of bold action to protect these natural habitats for the welfare of all people. Be part of the global celebration.

➡️ https://t.co/ECXlNAXU5h

[Bureau of Land Management - National @BLMNational]

Bats are an important species to healthy ecosystems. They’re heroes of the night, pollinating fruits, eating pesky insects, and more. 🦇

Join us as we celebrate Bat Week with these fun facts ➡️ https://t.co/UyRvj3mrWp.

#BatWeek

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

💦💧Take the MRWC Water Pledge today and do your part in helping protect the watershed! 💧💦

Post your pledge on social media and tag us to encourage others to also take the pledge.

Download the pdf at: https://t.co/WLlmebFZjn

#FairfieldCT #Watershed #Engage #MRWCWaterPledge

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

Update:

Fairfield RTM Approves $950,000 Purchase Of Land For Education Program

Read more at: https://t.co/tGDqIo1dS2

Thank you to all who spearheaded and supported this endeavor.

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

Please raise your voice in support of the establishment of a town-owned, environmental and conservation education center.

Visit this link to read the full message from the President of Mill River Wetland Committee, Jon Dilley:
https://t.co/oKJ6PF4x5i

#FairfieldCT #Wetlands

[Fairfield CT, Superintendent of Schools @FairfieldSuper]

The Mill River Wetland Committee visited WFC for a student lab. Students viewed phyto and zooplankton and learned about how these organisms support the health of our water. The lesson was funded through the Long Island Sound grant through @UConn and CT Sea Grant.

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

This year the Secretary General of the Convention on Wetlands @MumbaMusondam is set to celebrate World Wetlands Day in India, highlighting the nation's dedication to wetland conservation.

🔗 https://t.co/YIoiMfTJ1L

#WWD2024 #WetlandsandHumanWellbeing

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

2024 Environmental Summit topics to be discussed!

If you’re interested to learn more about any of these topics by hearing from experts, CT League of Conservation Voters Education Fund’s 2024 Environmental Summit is the place for you to be!!

Register at: https://t.co/UP0iNi5084

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

Location: Remote via Zoom (https://t.co/cWLitmYdbh)

All are welcome! This event will be in English with live Spanish interpretation.

Public Notice: https://t.co/1hd4NZP18E

[Mill River Wetland Committee 💦💧 @MRWC_Fairfield]

Learn more about climate action in Connecticut and share how you think climate action could benefit your community. Please join @CTDEEPNews for a virtual meeting & opportunity for public comment on the State’s climate action plans for the US EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant.