SuAsCo Climate Collaborative Youth Focus Group

WHEN: January 28, 2026, 5:30-7:00 pm

WHERE: Virtual Zoom Meeting

Are you worried about climate change? Are you interested in finding climate resilience solutions for the future? Attend our Focus Group meeting to be a voice for the future! Most impactful for high school students.

Questions? Contact Heather Conkerton, OARS Ecological Restoration Coordinator, hconkerton@oars3rivers.org

REGISTER for this virtual meeting here

Event Details

Date: Wednesday January 28
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Categories: Climate Collaborative

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

>40%

of the land within the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed is publicly accessible, providing endless opportunities for paddling, hiking, and wildlife exploration.

SuAsCo Climate Collaborative Youth Focus Group

WHEN: January 28, 2026, 5:30-7:00 pm

WHERE: Virtual Zoom Meeting

Event Details