Millions of People in more than 60 countries participate in World Rivers Day
In 2005, the United Nations launched the"Water for Life Decade" to help create a greater awareness of the need to better care for our water resources. To help compliment this, river enthusiasts from around the world came together to launch the inaugural "World Rivers Day" on September 25th, 2005. The event was a great success with millions of people participating in almost 30 countries.
After incredibly successful events from 2006 to 2010 (see updates), plans are already underway for our next World Rivers Day which will take place on September 25, 2011. As in the past, the event lands on the last Sunday of September and is based on the incredible success of BC Rivers Day in Canada, which will celebrate its 31st year in 2011.
World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world's waterways. It highlights the many values of our rivers, strives to increase public awareness, and encourages the improved stewardship of all rivers around the world. Rivers in virtually every country face an array of threats, and only through our active involvement can we ensure their health in the years ahead.
Join the Celebration! Plan on attending an event near you or start a Rivers Day event of your own. Events can range from stream cleanups and fish enhancement projects to educational outings and community riverside celebrations. And if you create an event, be sure to tell us about it! Please see the update section to learn more about events unfolding around the world.
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Please Join us in Celebrating our River Heritage
World Rivers Day take place on the last Sunday of September each year. While it is important to take that day and celebrate local rivers, it is also important to work for their protection throughout the year.
There are many things that you can do to protect local rivers. For example, most storm drains are linked to local waterways and so it is important to avoid washing your car near these drains and to avoid putting any kind of chemical, soap or other pollutant in the drains.
Get involved in local stream keeper or river keeper groups. If none are in your area, start your own group. Look at ways you can clean up the river channel, plant vegetation to secure eroded banks, and work with local government to protect and preserve streams in your area.
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