On April 30th, the City of Danville will hold an informational open house regarding the proposed removal of two low-head dams in the Vermilion River system. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will present removal alternatives from their most recent planning study, and also discuss how removal will benefit fish populations. Following the presentations, representatives from […]
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Dispose of medicines & personal care products safely on September 29
Guest blog post from Laura Kammin of Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will host another nationwide medicine take-back on Saturday, September 29. Expired and unused medications can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at one of 200 participating locations in Illinois. Check out the DEA’s website to find an […]
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 […]
Volunteer at PRN’s Water Hydration Station
Join in the excitement of the Illinois Marathon! Prairie Rivers Network is hosting a water station at mile 23 of the Illinois marathon. We’re looking for volunteers to join staff and members of our board of directors in handing out water and cheering the marathoners on to the finish line. If you can commit to […]
Run for your Rivers
If you’ve ever thought about participating in one of the Illinois Marathon races (5K, 10K, half or full marathon, or 5K walk), 2012 is your year! Prairie Rivers Network is fielding a charity running team. Just sign up through our website and raise money on behalf of Illinois’ rivers and streams. Whatever your level, there […]
