Chagrin River Watershed Partners, Inc.

03/16/2026

02/19/2026

Check out this incredible footage of the recent ice jam on the Chagrin River at the mouth of Lake Erie!

Ice jams happen when chunks of river ice pile up at bends, mouths, or shallow spots, blocking the flow and causing upstream flooding. Often triggered by winter thaws or spring melts, they’re unpredictable and can lead to flash floods and serious infrastructure damage.

Thank you to Seth Bonnell for allowing us to share his video.

Watch the full video here:

An incredible 4K drone view of the Chagrin River as it flows into a completely frozen Lake Erie. With nowhere for the water to go, a massive ice dam forms at...

02/13/2026

Save the Date! 23rd Northern Ohio Fly Fishing Expo presented by North Coast Fly Fishers.

Learn more here https://www.northcoastflyfishers.com/2020-expo

02/06/2026

It’s a CELEBRATION - Today marks our 30th Anniversary!

Chagrin River Watershed Partners is proud to celebrate 30 years of protecting our waters. Together with our members, partners, volunteers, and supporters, we’re honoring three decades of progress while recommitting to a future of clean water, healthy habitats, and thriving communities for generations to come.

To learn more visit crwp.org

01/30/2026

Did you know too much rock salt can harm lakes, streams, pets, and vegetation? There are better winter maintenance options that still keep sidewalks and roads safe. Let’s melt ice responsibly!

Learn more at wintersaltweek.org

01/29/2026

It’s Winter Salt Week! ❄️🧂 Here are some salt facts highlighting how Ohio is working to reduce road salt and keep our waters clean.

Want to learn more or catch this week’s educational livestreams? Visit wintersaltweek.org.

01/28/2026

In honor of Winter Salt Week, here are some salt facts on why we need to reduce road salt use.

To learn more about Winter Salt Week and to view this weeks educational livestream schedule, visit wintersaltweek.org

01/27/2026

LAST CHANCE!

Become the rain garden expert in your neighborhood! Learn to design, install & maintain a rain garden. Solve flooding issues, attract pollinators & add curb appeal! Registration is open to residents and landscape professionals in Northeast Ohio. Need-based scholarships available – contact us for details.

Learn more & register today: neomasterraingardener.org

About Us The Northeast Ohio Master Rain Gardener Program is a 5-class course that teaches you how to design and install your own rain garden. ABOUT THE PROGRAM Events Course…

01/27/2026

Winter Salt Week is here! ❄️ Winter Salt Week is a collaboration of governmental and non-governmental organizations across the United States and Canada to draw awareness to salt pollution and reduction solutions.

In honor of Winter Salt Week and this recent cold spell, here are some salt facts—plus an easy way you can help track salt levels in your local waterway!

To learn more and to view this weeks educational livestream schedule, visit wintersaltweek.org

01/26/2026

Learn to design, install & maintain residential rain gardens. Solve flooding issues, attract pollinators & add curb appeal! Our first online course begins February 2nd and registration is open for residents and landscape professionals. Space is limited, so sign up before the course is filled! Need-based scholarships available – contact us for details.

Find out more and register at neomasterraingardener.org

01/24/2026

Did you know that our Master Rain Gardeners are preventing over 1.5 million gallons of polluted stormwater from reaching our waterways each year? Rain gardens help slow the flow of stormwater by catching, holding, and filtering runoff. Learn how to design, install, and maintain your own rain garden with our Master Rain Gardener course. The first online course begins February 2nd! Registration is open to residents and landscape professionals in Northeast Ohio. Need-based scholarships available – contact us for details!

Find out more and register at neomasterraingardener.org

01/23/2026

Are you looking for ways to support pollinators and attract more of them into your yard? Rain gardens provide wonderful habitat and resources for bees, butterflies, and birds! Learn how to design, install, and maintain your own rain garden by signing up for our Master Rain Gardener course. The first online course begins February 2nd and registration is open now to residents and landscape professionals! Need-based scholarships available – contact us for details. Reserve your spot before the course is filled!

Find out more and register at neomasterraingardener.org