The Miles River, a key tributary of the Ipswich River, flows through Beverly, Wenham, Hamilton, and Ipswich. It plays a vital role in our ecosystem and water supply but faces serious challenges—flooding, drought, invasive species, and aging infrastructure. Pollution, low oxygen, and altered flow threaten both wildlife and drinking water. But there’s hope. The Town […]
Hello everyone! My name is Zach, and I couldn’t be more excited to be joining IRWA as the Advocacy Program Manager. Ever since I was a kid I’ve loved being outside, and whether it was on hikes through Shenandoah, exploring the Chesapeake Bay, or taking in New England’s numerous stunning natural landscapes, I’ll take any
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“Some photographers take reality… and impose the domination of their own thought and spirit. Others come before reality more tenderly and a photograph to them is an instrument of love and revelation.” Ansel Adams The late winter and early spring are perhaps not New England’s most attractive periods of the year. Certainly their palettes can’t
We love the spring and are excited for all the fun events that it brings: Beginners Paddles, gardening days, and Paddle-a-thon 2018 to name a few. Winter, though, offers its own opportunities for exploration and discovery. While the only way to get out on the river right now is to walk on ice (and only
Going out into nature is both fun and restorative, but a bad experience might ruin the season for you. This winter we encourage you to enjoy the many beautiful natural areas New England has to offer, but we also remind you to stay safe. A well-prepared winter excursion might just keep you from
