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Wanna Paddle With Us? 🛶 April 22nd we are celeb

Wanna Paddle With Us? 🛶 April 22nd we are celebrating 30 years as your Upper Coosa Riverkeeper with a community paddle! Sign up through the link in the bio to join in on the fun.

On World Water Day we are reflecting on all the ha

On World Water Day we are reflecting on all the hard work that has gone into protecting, preserving, and restoring the Upper Coosa River Basin over the last 3 decades. From restoration projects to lobbying at the Capitol, CRBI is committed to ensuring that fishable, swimmable, drinkable water is a possibility for millions 💧

PFAS ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚫 CRBI procured funding to b

PFAS ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚫 CRBI procured funding to begin comprehensive PFAS chemical testing in Coosa River basin. 💧

We know that many waterways in Northwest Georgia are contaminated by PFAS and similar chemicals from upstream manufacturers but we still don’t know the extent of the pollution.

We are collaborating with @coosariverkeeper in Alabama to test sites on the Coosa River downstream and a company out of California, Cyclopure, to test for the chemical. 🙌

Read a full article about the funding on our blog coosa.org

CRBI is turning 30! 🥳 Will you celebrate with u

CRBI is turning 30! 🥳 Will you celebrate with us?! Check out our events calendar and join the festivities! 🚣🏼‍♂️

Say hello to the Bluestripe Shiner! These little

Say hello to the Bluestripe Shiner! These little guys are considered rare in Georgia because of habitat degradation and impoundment of streams but can be found in our river basin in flowing areas of large creeks and medium-sized rivers over rocky substrates. The average adult is only around 3.5 inches long 🐟 Have you seen these little fish around the river basin?
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📸 from Georgia Department of Natural Resources

BREAKING NEWS 💧 EPA released announced the prop

BREAKING NEWS 💧 EPA released announced the proposed National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) for six PFAS chemicals. The proposed PFAS NPDWR does not require any actions until it is finalized. EPA anticipates finalizing the regulation by the end of 2023. EPA expects that if fully implemented, the rule will prevent thousands of deaths and reduce tens of thousands of serious PFAS-attributable illnesses.
READ MORE AT THE LINK IN OUR BIO!

TAKE ACTION NOW 💧 It only takes a few seconds t

TAKE ACTION NOW 💧 It only takes a few seconds to tell the EPA to why you oppose the draft permit that would allow Twin Pines Minerals LLC to put a 8,000 acre heavy mineral sand mine at the doorstep of the Okefenokee. Overwhelming scientific evidence shows the dangers of this mining operation:

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and respected scientists have repeatedly warned that the mine will likely affect the hydrology of the swamp, causing irreversible damage and increasing the likelihood of severe drought.

The U.S. Secretary of the Interior has warned of the impact the mine will have.

The mining operations could devastate the swamp's ecological integrity by increasing the frequency of drought that could lead to catastrophic fires burning the ancient peat beds-releasing enormous amounts of CO2 into the air.

The first phase of this harmful mine will eliminate over 300 acres of valuable wetlands, withdraw millions of gallons of groundwater, and release air, noise, and light pollution into the refuge, which is an International Dark Sky Park.

The operation is also likely to discharge wastewater into the St. Marys River basin.

The company offers an experimental plan with NO defensible assurances that their mining operations will protect the Okefenokee Swamp from permanent damage, protect endangered species, or safeguard the long-term interest of the people who depend on that environment for recreation and economic opportunities.

Make your voice heard now! Link in our bio or go to www.protectgeorgia.org/#/366 🙌

This is the Frecklebelly madtoms, a small and rare

This is the Frecklebelly madtoms, a small and rare catfish that recently received federal protection. These little fish (their max size is 3.75 inches) are found in the Upper Coosa River. Their federal protection status will enable the fish and the habitat that supports them to be protected. 🙌

📸 from @georgiawildlife

How will state level regulations impact PFAS manuf

How will state level regulations impact PFAS manufacturing? Read more on our blog at coosa.org

Hey! Wanna go paddlin? 🛶 Join us for a group p

Hey! Wanna go paddlin? 🛶 Join us for a group paddle to celebrate 30 years of CRBI! Aprill 22nd- grab your boat and a paddle (or we can rent one to you!) and join our community for a beautiful trip down the Etowah. Sign up at coosa.org or through the link in our bio! 🙌

HELP PROTECT THE OKEFENOKEE 💧 There are now mor

HELP PROTECT THE OKEFENOKEE 💧 There are now more than 53 co-signers to Representative Darlene Taylor’s (R-173) the Okefenokee Protection Act HB 71. The bill has been assigned to the House Natural Resources Committee. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Ask for a hearing and a vote before March 6, Crossover Day. You can take action at www.protectgeorgia.org/okefenokee (linked in our bio!)

SWIM GUIDE 2023 SUMMER INTERNSHIPS ARE OPEN! 💧

SWIM GUIDE 2023 SUMMER INTERNSHIPS ARE OPEN! 💧

WHAT IS SWIM GUIDE?

The CRBI River Swim Guide is a weekly bacteriological monitoring program that monitors popular recreation areas in our river basin to determine if it is safe to swim. The goal of this program is to protect public health, execute best practices in the field and in the lab, and improve water quality and enjoy ourselves while doing so! We want people to be well informed and feel safe when they get outdoors to enjoy their summer. This is why each Thursday & Friday from Memorial Day until Labor Day we are dedicated to testing water quality.
Interested? Send your resume to info@coosa.org

Many states are beginning to regulate PFAS, lookin

Many states are beginning to regulate PFAS, looking to eliminate their usage in order to to protect the public’s health from these dangerous chemicals and maintain access to important markets.

In the US, 20 states are now regulating PFAS in fire fighting foam, and 10 states have banned PFAS in food packaging. You can learn more about which states are regulating PFAS on our blog at coosa.org, linked in our bio.

Anyone else been enjoying the fog on the river aft

Anyone else been enjoying the fog on the river after our recent storms? 🛶 What a beautiful time to get on the water!

5,500 square miles- that's how far our watershed s

5,500 square miles- that's how far our watershed stretches. From Southeast Tennessee, through Northwest Georgia, and into Northeast Alabama the Upper Coosa River basin is a cornerstone for outdoor recreation, drinking water, and industry. Thank you for helping us protect, preserve, and restore this incredible watershed! 💧 You can become a member today at coosa.org/join

Did you know that CRBI is turning 30 this year?! 🥳 We want to celebrate with you! We have lots of fun events lined up throughout the year. The first is a CRBI Birthday paddle trip on April 22nd. Grab your favorite paddling friend and meet us on the Etowah 🛶 We'll put in at Hardin Bridge and take out at Neel’s Landing (411). This 6-mile trip is suitable for all ages and skill levels. Spaces are limited so sign up today at coosa.org or follow the link in our bio. 🚣🏽‍♀️

A gorgeous shot of Holly Creek in the Upper Coosa

A gorgeous shot of Holly Creek in the Upper Coosa river basin! CRBI partners with USFW, Georgia’s DNR and the Nature Conservancy to restore this incredible creek and protect it from further sedimentary damage and habitat loss. We couldn’t do this incredible work without the support of you, our community. Thank you!

📸 @_naturesglory_

Stop Scrolling! 🛑 And click on our link in the

Stop Scrolling! 🛑 And click on our link in the bio to #protecttheokefenokee. 🙌 It takes 5 minutes, why not use those minutes to help protect the wild heart of Georgia? You can read more about the Okefenokee and write to your legislator at protectgeorgia.org.

For Valentines Day drop a comment and share your f

For Valentines Day drop a comment and share your favorite swoon worthy spot in the upper Coosa River basin! 🥰
📸 by @billrubino

Check it out! CRBI trucker hats are in stock on o

Check it out! CRBI trucker hats are in stock on our website just in time for Spring. 🥳 A fun and stylish way to support your local Riverkeeper! Get one for yourself, and a friend at coosa.org/shop 😁

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