Since November is the time of year to reflect on being thankful, Partners for Clean Streams is hosting a contest for those to show their appreciation for PCS, our wildlife and the local rivers and streams. We realize there is much to be improved to better care for Lake Erie and our local rivers, but there is much to be thankful for as well. Participate in the contest to demonstrate how thankful you are for these everyday blessings—plentiful water, fresh air, lovely parks and outdoor spaces.
We realize there is much to be improved to better care for Lake Erie and our local rivers, but there is much to be thankful for as well. From the fireflies that entertain us during the summer nights to the first snow falls on our Lake Erie shore line, we appreciate the world around us. Did you know that here in Northwest Ohio, due to our unique habitats, we are home to approximately 180 rare plant and animal species? Did you know that the Maumee has the largest watershed of any Great Lakes river with 8,316 square miles?
The first way you can participate is by telling us how thankful you are for living in northwest Ohio’s Maumee River basin. Write a quick message, share pictures, write a poem, song, or create a video to share with everyone via Facebook or contacting us directly! The most creative and meaningful entry posted on Facebook that demonstrates thanksgiving for our Maumee River area will win a gift, described below.
The second way to participate is by donating to PCS directly. Help us reach the last $2000 of our annual fundraising for the year by the end of November. Donations can be made directly at on this page or by calling our office at 419-874-0727. Tell us the reason your thankful when you donate! The most generous donor will receive a gift, described below.
The winners of the contests will each receive a membership to the floral club to Beth Allen’s Florist on 2295 Starr Ave. in Oregon, OH. Floral Club members are entitled to a beautiful, enhanced bouquet of flowers every month, a special discount on roses plus %15 off additional purchases. See also www.bethallensflorist.com for beautiful products, a true feast for the eyes! The winners will also receive PCS fantastic gear.
Thank you for everyone participating in our contest. We are truly grateful for all of our wonderful supporters. Please direct questions to Ava Slotnick, Outreach Coordinator at ava@partnersforcleanstreams.org or by calling 419-874-0727.
The fine print (you know we had to!) : Entries will be property of PCS when submitted and might be used online or in future print materials. Winning entries will be selected by PCS staff and/or Board members after the contest ends and winners will be notified (along with everyone else since results will be posted on Facebook) as soon as possible, certainly before the end of the year. Anonymous donations or entries where participant asks to remain anonymous will also be honored and PCS staff will withhold the name of the participant if they are selected as the winner.