Friends of the Detroit River

Our LAST Detroit River Community Forum is happening this Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. These forums are FREE and open to all! The goals of these forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs, visions, and collaborate with in future restoration efforts! #DetroitRiver #AreaofConcern #PublicAdvisoryCouncil #CommunityEvent #CommunityForum #FriendsoftheDetroitRiver

Exciting news!! Our friends at the Clinton River Watershed Council are hiring! If you know anyone who would be a great fit for the role, please share this opportunity with your networks.

We’re thrilled to announce that we are currently seeking innovative solutions through a Request for Interest (RFI) as we formalize a Collaborative focused on Sediment Remediation. This RFI is an opportunity for consultants to showcase their capabilities and insights. We believe that collaboration and fresh perspectives are key to success. If you have the expertise and passion to contribute, we invite you to participate! Please submit your responses to Tricia Blicharski at [email protected] by November 20 to help us shape the future of the Detroit River. Let’s create something amazing together! ??? #RFI #RequestForInterest #FriendsoftheDetroitRiver #AreaofConcern #SedimentRemediation #Collaboration #Detroit #DetroitRiver #PublicAdvisoryCouncil

The next Detroit River Community Forum is coming up on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at Rouge Civic Center! Show up and share your input! The Detroit River Public Advisory Council, is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC), past AOC projects, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. The forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs, visions, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. #areaofconcern #publicadvisorycouncil #detroitriver #friendsofthedetroitriver #habitatrestoration

Last month, FDR had the honor of hosting National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) employees for an insightful habitat restoration tour along our stunning river! The tour included visits to key restoration sites from Belle Isle to Celeron Island, showcasing innovative projects aimed at improving water quality, restoring native plant species, and providing habitat for wildlife. The Detroit Riverkeeper and other experts shared stories of the river’s history, challenges we face, and the inspiring successes of previous restoration efforts. ?? A big thank you to NOAA for joining us and for their ongoing support of habitat restoration! Together, we can ensure a healthier, more vibrant Detroit River for generations to come. ?? ?? Funding for these projects came from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and NOAA. To learn more about these projects, visit https://lnkd.in/eURcHG67

"As we look to the future, it is crucial to remember that the health of our waterways is directly linked to the health of our communities." --Tricia Blicharski, Executive Director, Friends of the Detroit River Check out Tricia's op-ed recently published in Planet Detroit! The article also highlights upcoming community forums scheduled throughout October where attendees can learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern and share their visions for future restoration. To read the article and learn more about upcoming forums, visit https://lnkd.in/eJqFb-eT #FriendsoftheDetroitRiver #DetroitRiverPublicAdvisoryCouncil #PlanetDetroit #DetroitRiver #AreaofConcern

"As we look to the future, it is crucial to remember that the health of our waterways is directly linked to the health of our communities." --Tricia Blicharski, Executive Director, Friends of the Detroit River Check out Tricia's op-ed recently published in Planet Detroit! The article also highlights upcoming community forums scheduled throughout October where attendees can learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern and share their visions for future restoration. To read the article and learn more about upcoming forums, visit https://lnkd.in/eJqFb-eT #FriendsoftheDetroitRiver #DetroitRiverPublicAdvisoryCouncil #PlanetDetroit #DetroitRiver #AreaofConcern

?? ? Exciting Opportunity to Make a Splash! Join us at the Detroit River Water Festival on Belle Isle! ?? Date: September 25 & 26, 2024 ?? Location: Belle Isle, Detroit Friends of the Detroit River is gearing up for the Fall Detroit River Water Festival, and we need YOUR help to make it a splash-tastic success! Whether you're passionate about conservation, love the outdoors, or simply want to give back to our community, this is your chance to make a difference! How can you get involved? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with: Event setup and logistics ?? Guiding attendees to presentations ?? Spreading the word on social media ?? Ready to dive in? All volunteers receive a free lunch & festival swag! Sign up now at https://lnkd.in/gcmJAawn #DetroitRiverWaterFestival #VolunteerOpportunity #BelleIsle #CommunityEngagement #FSUrbanConnections #FriendsoftheDetroitRiver Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit Outdoors, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, U.S. Forest Service

?? Join us in celebrating Tricia Blicharski's 15th work anniversary with Friends of the Detroit River! Beginning as a part time administrative staff, moving to the first full time staff, and then transitioning to the Executive Director of FDR has taught her one thing: that change is the only constant. As our Executive Director since 2021, Tricia has been a driving force behind our success, securing over $50 million for Great Lakes restoration and habitat improvements, expanding the Detroit River Public Advisory Council, and fostering vital partnerships. Her leadership has been instrumental in diversifying our income streams and ensuring the financial stability and future health of our organization. As restoration projects wrap up, Tricia points out that this is a transitional time for FDR and is looking forward to the changing landscape of work and financial stability that it brings. Tricia's commitment to our mission and her dedication to environmental stewardship inspire us every day. We're proud to have her at the helm and look forward to many more years of growth and impact under her guidance. She hopes to leave an overflowing legacy of the importance of partnerships, infusing them throughout the culture of FDR. Congratulations, Tricia! Here's to 15 amazing years and many more to come!??? ?? #WorkAnniversary #Leadership #GreatLakes #DetroitRiver #EnvironmentalStewardship #FriendsOfTheDetroitRiver