Why is the Merrimack River Watershed worth protecting? Your watershed gives you water for drinking, fishing, and boating. You get water for your gardens, for your pots and pans, for bathing and swimming. Your watershed supports critical wildlife habitat, generates renewable energy, and creates jobs. It drives tourism, increases property values, and helps stimulate the local economy. And it connects us – no matter where you fall on the map, your watershed is the link that joins you, your business, and your neighbors through the choices that you make every day.
We encourage you to show your organization’s support by Adopting a Merrimack Mile! When your organization joins as a member of the Adopt-a-Merrimack Mile corporate membership program, you make a difference in our community by:
- Advocating for clean drinking water and a safer river
- Helping to protect threatened and endangered wildlife
- Supporting local education programs for children, families, and adults
- Promoting recreational opportunities that bring visitors to our area
- Preserving the Merrimack for your children’s children
We offer several adoption levels and corresponding benefit packages. Click here to learn more about the benefits for participating businesses.
Your support will make a difference – please help us continue our efforts by Adopting a Merrimack Mile. You’ll join a dedicated team of local businesses committed to preserving the Merrimack Valley’s natural resources for generations to come. Join online today, or print and mail your donation form to MRWC Merrimack Mile Program, 60 Island St. #211E, Lawrence, MA 01840.
Thank you to our 2011 Merrimack Mile Sponsors!
Adopt a 1/10 Mile
Andover Garden Club, Pentucket Bank
Adopt a ¼ Mile
Paul C. Rogers and Sons
Adopt a ½ Mile
Enterprise Bank and Trust Company, Lowell Sun Charities, Agresource, Inc.
Adopt a Merrimack Mile
Merrimack Pharmaceuticals, Normandeau Associates
Adopt 5 Miles – Merrimack Mile River Steward
Edward J. Stewart
