Lower DuPage River Watershed Coalition

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Lower DuPage River Watershed Coalition

The Lower DuPage River Watershed Coalition is a 501c(3) non-profit organization.

We provide local coordination to address water resource concerns based on science. Our analyses of habitat, biological and chemical data identifies stressors to aquatic life.

07/15/2026

Level-up your garden with native plants. Native plants are well-adapted to our climate, feed birds and butterflies, and soak up stormwater. There are many types of native flowers, grasses, and trees to choose from!

Better landscaping starts here. Get the tips: https://ldpwatersheds.org/summer-landscaping-tips-to-protect-waterways-tips-for-landscapers/

07/08/2026

Neighborhood detention ponds can be beautiful. Ponds planted with a buffer of native flowers and grasses have cleaner water and support birds and pollinators.

Learn more about your local detention pond: https://ldpwatersheds.org/how-your-neighborhood-detention-pond-connects-you-to-local-waterways/

07/06/2026

Avoid wasting water. Check your spray heads to make sure they are pointed into your lawn and garden instead of the street or sidewalk.

Learn more about mindful landscaping at https://ldpwatersheds.org/summer-landscaping-tips-to-protect-waterways-tips-for-landscapers/

06/24/2026

Every home can have role in protecting local waterways. Rainwater carries whatever it picks up across the landscape, from fertilizer to litter, into nearby ponds and streams.

Learn more: https://ldpwatersheds.org/how-your-neighborhood-detention-pond-connects-you-to-local-waterways/

06/19/2026

Communities can better manage stormwater by integrating green infrastructure, such as rain gardens, bioswales, and permeable pavement.

06/17/2026

When it rains, fertilizer is washed off lawns and into storm drains that connect directly to a nearby waterway. Use lawn fertilizer mindfully to protect clean water in local rivers and streams.

Better landscaping starts here. Get the tips: https://ldpwatersheds.org/summer-landscaping-tips-to-protect-waterways-tips-for-landscapers/

06/15/2026

Your landscaping choices can impact nearby rivers and streams. When it rains, stormwater can carry fertilizers and herbicides from lawns into local waterways. Fortunately, a few simple practices can help protect both healthy landscapes and clean water.

Want cleaner rivers? Start with your lawn. Learn how: https://ldpwatersheds.org/summer-landscaping-tips-to-protect-waterways-tips-for-landscapers/

06/15/2026

See how your everyday actions flow downstream. Read more here: https://ldpwatersheds.org/how-your-neighborhood-detention-pond-connects-you-to-local-waterways/

06/15/2026

Rain barrels are a great way to conserve water at home! Just a small amount of rain falling on your roof can fill up a barrel of water to use in your garden.

Learn more about rain barrels at https://ldpwatersheds.org/make-the-most-of-the-rain-with-a-rain-barrel/

06/15/2026

Have a garden? Get a rain barrel! Rain barrels collect rain falling on your roof. The chlorine-free water is great for plants.

Learn more about rain barrels at https://ldpwatersheds.org/make-the-most-of-the-rain-with-a-rain-barrel/

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Naperville, IL
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(630) 428-4500

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http://ldpwatersheds.org/

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