Join us to enjoy rivers at these in-person and virtual gatherings. Engage with CRC’s efforts to restore, protect, and enhance our waterways! Events are added throughout the year and revised as needed.
Hydropower in MA
January 27, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
LiveStream Season 2, Episode 2: Hydropower in MA: Do rivers need water & fish need elevators?
Dams harm rivers and fish but this is our one chance (for the next 40-50 years!) to move two hydro facilities to more river and fish-friendly operations. The Turners Falls Dam and Northfield Mountain Pump Storage started the process of securing new operating licenses in 2013 and CRC has been involved every step of the way. Final license applications were submitted in December 2020. We have long known that upstream fish passage at Turners Falls is inadequate and the river channel below the dam is dry most of the year – find out what is proposed at this event.
The year 2021 is a critical time for all of us to speak up for our rivers. Join CRC River Stewards Kathy Urffer and Andrea Donlon to find out more about hydro issues like river flows, fish passage, endangered species, and actions you can take to make a difference for your rivers.
REGISTER HERE: https://hydropower-ma.eventbrite.com
About LiveStream: CRC brings your rivers to you! Join CRC staff and partners for a series of live lunchtime presentations, on select Wednesdays from Noon-1pm. You get to learn more about the rivers you love, ask questions, and interact with a river-loving community all from the comfort and safety of your home (or wherever you may be). LiveStream will be hosted via Zoom. Please register for each presentation to receive meeting information. Can’t attend live? Register and you’ll receive a link to the recording.