Watershed Protection

Your Role in Watershed Protection

How can you contribute?

Reduce the use of fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.
Use environmentally friendly products whenever possible.
Compost or mulch yard waste to keep it out of waterways.
Prevent soil erosion by landscaping to minimize run-off.
Prevent leaks from motor vehicles by performing regular maintenance.
Dispose of your hazardous materials, such as used batteries and motor oil, at collection facilities.
Don't dump materials down the storm sewers because they flow straight to the river.
If you have livestock, ensure the proper management of their waste.
Clean up after your pets.
Take part in citizen's groups to protect the watershed.
Remember that we all live downstream of someone and to follow "good neighbour" practices.