EAST ALTON – The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRRECsm) is hosting “Rooted in Wetlands: A Call to Action” at 8 a.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station. This event is a collaborative, full-day experience organized by NGRREC as part of the annual River Days of Action and the NGRREC STREAM Series. NGRREC will join One Mississippi for a day of celebration and action, highlighting how individuals and communities can protect the Mississippi River. “Wetlands are not only essential for river health — they're a gateway to understanding how our everyday choices connect to larger ecosystems,” Environmental Educator Erica Doerr said. “This event is a chance for people to learn, connect, and take action, whether through art, science, community service, or getting their hands in the soil.” River Days of Action is a two-week initiative held each June, during which communities
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