Navigating change: River journeys inspired by our natural environment A reflection on the remarkable river journeys that people have made this month. Learn more
Launching our Big River Watch Download the free app and take part in our new and exciting citizen science campaign, the Big River Watch. Learn more
Wildlife Cameraman and Angler Jack Perks joins The Rivers Trust as a River Ambassador We’re delighted that wildlife cameraman and angler, Jack Perks, has joined the Rivers Trust Team. Get to know him in his blog. Learn more
Big River Watch Launch: A first look at the data With over 3,600 surveys submitted for the first ever Big River Watch, our river experts have been busy exploring the data gathered by citizen scientists across the UK and Ireland. Learn more
Unblocktober: Protecting Our Rivers, One Flush at a Time! Collective, small actions have an incredible ability to create monumental change. Take part in ‘Unblocktober’ and help protect our rivers. Learn more
Sponge Cities: A sustainable solution to preventing flooding? A look at the potential of sponge cities to help prevent flooding, create healthier urban environments and build a more resilient future. Learn more
Wet wipes: the problems and the public consultation opportunity Wet wipes cause significant damage to our sewage systems and our rivers when they end up in our waterways. We now have an opportunity to make our voice heard by Government, as a public consultation into a proposed ban has just opened. Read on to find out more about the issues plastic-containing wet wipes cause, and to see our suggestions for adding your thoughts to the public consultation. Learn more
Flea-mergency: Pet treatments taking a bite out of the health of England’s rivers The delicate balance of life in our rivers is under threat, and it’s not just due to pollution from factories, sewage or agriculture. Surprisingly, one of the culprits is our beloved pets. Learn more
Rowers and rivers; Imogen Grant gives an athlete’s perspective on freshwater health The Rivers Trust Ambassador, GB rower and Olympian Imogen Grant, shares her take on why sportspeople care about our rivers. Learn more
National Tree Week – A Day in the Life of a Woodland Catchment Officer This Tree Week, we’ve caught up with Caitlin Pearson at West Cumbria Rivers Trust, who is working on the Woodlands for Water project. Find out more about her role and the importance of woodland creation… Learn more
