Local experts from the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization will highlight important trends and emerging issues facing the subwatershed, as well as potential solutions. The presentation will focus in on two main concerns, water volume and sediment issues in the Vermillion River.

Next, hear from FMR’s Stewardship Program Manager Adam Flett on actions you can take to make your home, lawn and community more water friendly.

Following the presentation, we’ll have an informal Q & A session. To make sure everyone has a chance to ask questions, and due to limited seating, capacity is limited and advance registration required.

Join us for an evening of H2O and hops at Hastings’ newest watering hole, Spiral Brewery! Local experts from Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) and Hastings Environmental Protectors (HEP) will highlight important trends and emerging issues facing the Vermillion Watershed. Learn about local efforts to improve water quality and increase habitat restoration and biodiversity – plus actions you can take in your home and yard to help do your part.

Following the presentation, we’ll have an informal Q & A session. To make sure everyone has a chance to ask questions, and due to limited seating, advance registration required.

This event is part of the Vermillion Stewards program, helping Vermillion River Watershed residents learn about the local watershed while working to protect and enhance its unique natural resources.