PIE Rivers 2024 Annual Meeting

Thursday, December 5th, 8:30 am – 1 pm
at the Parker River Wildlife Refuge Headquarters

6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA 01950

Join regional restoration professionals and environmental advocates for the PIE Rivers 2024 Annual Meeting! This annual gathering is a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate on projects impacting The Great Marsh, barrier removals, fish passage improvements, and more. With the incredible work happening across our region, there’s no better time to stay informed and connect with like-minded individuals who are making a difference.

Event Highlights:

• Engaging Sessions featuring local experts sharing case studies and insights on grassroots outreach, community engagement, and impactful lessons learned.
• Networking Opportunities to foster connections that drive meaningful action in our shared watersheds.
• Optional Lunch by Three Sweet Peas Bakery, available at a modest price, so you can continue the discussions in a relaxed setting.

8:30 am Coffee + Arrival
9:00 am Welcome & PIE Rivers Update
9:15 am Session 1: Grassroots Outreach at Chebacco Lake Watershed Association
10:00 am Break & Networking
10:30 am Session 2: Community Engagement & The Great Marsh with Mass Audubon
11:30 am Ipswich Mills Dam: Lessons Learned
11:45 am Brainstorming Session: What Is Meaningful Community Engagement?
12:30 pm Optional Lunch at the Refuge