Congratulations Brenda Dilts, Prairie Rivers Network’s 2012 River Steward of the Year Each year we recognize and celebrates outstanding river conservationists and their actions on behalf of Illinois’ rivers and streams. This year, Prairie Rivers Network honors Brenda Dilts as our 2012 River Steward. Brenda chairs the grassroots group Canton Area Citizens for Environmental Issues. […]
Stakeholder Meeting Announced for June 13th in Homer
Public meeting to discuss concerns with proposed Vermilion Mine and next steps FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 6.5. 2012 Homer, IL – Champaign and Vermilion county residents, landowners and farmers will hold a meeting to discuss the threats and next steps in addressing the proposed coal mine in Vermilion County.
More Rain Gardens! Less Water Pollution
by Stacy James, Water Resources Scientist What is a rain garden? A rain garden is a shallow, vegetated landscaping feature that captures excess rainwater and puts it to work. As the rain garden bed is slightly below the level of the yard, the garden acts as a shallow dish that holds the water for a […]
Prairie Rivers Network Happy Hour
Please join staff, board, volunteers, and friends at Prairie Rivers Network’s Happy Hour When: Friday, June 1, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Where: Beer garden at Mike ‘N Molly’s (105 N. Market St. in Downtown Champaign) Everyone is welcome!
Action Alert: Support Funding for IDNR
Support Stable Funding for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Illinois needs a strong, stable Department of Natural Resources to manage our state parks, and to protect water, land and wildlife in Illinois. Budget cuts and sweeps in the past have left the Department in a precarious financial position without the resources it needs to […]
