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PROGRAMS
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Freshwater programs equip individuals and communities to become active players
in protecting and preserving water resources. From on-the-ground community
engagement to facilitation services that coordinate the work of statewide agencies
and water groups, we multiply the benefits to our water resources.
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Freshwater’s Master Water Stewards program
educates and trains community volunteers on local
water issues. These certified volunteers engage others
in their own communities to protect and improve
water quality. In 2017, we certified 57 additional
stewards, for a total of 199 certified to date.
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The Healthy Lakes and Rivers Partnership (HLRP) is a
program designed to help lake associations and river
groups across the state identify and work towards the
priorities they have for their water body. More than
400 groups have gone through this program since it
started 17 years ago, receiving training and
personalized support
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TAKE ACTION
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Become a member of Freshwater and you support critical work for healthy water.
Learn more about membership and opportunities to volunteer,
like becoming a Master Water Steward.
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