Farmington River Watershed Association

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Farmington River Watershed Association

With the help of members, volunteers and the community, the FRWA leads in the protection and restoration of the Farmington River. FRWA addresses issues that affect the river and its surrounding landscape through research, education and advocacy programs.

American Rivers just listed the Farmington River as one of the
Most Endangered Rivers of 2024.
Learn more about the issues at Rainbow Dam here!

Research & Water Quality Monitoring

It is vital for the Farmington River to provide clean, safe water for drinking, recreation, and wildlife. The FRWA staff and volunteers are able to work with residents, towns and the state to maintain and improve the water quality in our watershed.

Bacteria

Learn more about how we sample E. Coli to observe water quality in the watershed.

Chloride

Learn more about monitoring road salt pollution in the watershed and how you can help.

Temperatures

Learn how and why FRWA monitors water temperature throughout the watershed.

Aquatic Insects

Learn how we sample Macroinvertebrate to observe water quality in the watershed.

Cyanobacteria

Learn more about cyanobacteria and the FRWA studies of cyanobacteria blooms in Rainbow Reservoir.

Riverbank flowing into mossy rocks

Stewardship: Conservation & Restoration

In order to help protect the river and address its ongoing issues, it’s vital to know what and where the problems are. The FRWA provides a range of information on restoration while engaging in hands-on stewardship programs and promoting conservation and low-impact development.

Invasive Species Management

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People walking through Farmington River

Education & Programs

One of the best ways to protect the Farmington River is through education and accessible resources. From school programs to publications, the FRWA is committed to providing the tools to educating the community about protecting and improving our river.

River Smart

Publications & Resources

School Programs

David Sinish Memorial Recreation Access Fund

News & events

04/16/24

Farmington River is #6 on the Most Endangered Rivers List

American Rivers Most Endangered Rivers List includes the Farmington River, learn why and how you can help!

11/15/2024

Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Join us for our Wild & Scenic Film Festival, either at our Friday Night 11/15 Event or at the Family-Friendly Matinee Saturday, 11/16!

10/14/2024

Indigenous Peoples Day

Celebrating The Indigenous Stewards Of Our Watershed

10/19/2024

Acoustic Festival

Join FRWA at Winding Trails to support the Trails Fund at the 9th Annual Farmington Valley Acoustic Festival!

Want to protect our river?
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