1. Making a Difference

2. Did You Know…  The White River is over 158 miles long, stretching from Patagonia Falls to North Denton  Over 250 species of fish, crustaceans, amphibians, and reptiles make their home there  More than 50 native tree and plant species are found along the river banks

3. But It Needs Our Help  Trash dumping along the river has polluted animal habitats  Water quality has degraded from dumping by nearby industries  Invasive non-native plants are choking out native plants

4. Join the Friends of the White River  Only $20 a year  Includes quarterly newsletter

5. Volunteer for River Clean-Up Days  Pick up trash  Clear invasive plants

6. Write Letters to Legislators  Urge legislators to vote for:  Stricter regulation of environmental hazards  Designation of land as protected wildlife refuges  Harsher penalties for companies who exceed industrial pollution limits  Voice your support for:  Celebration of Earth Day and the Earth Charter  Funding for state wildlife rescue and repopulation

7. What’s Next?  We invite you to join us at our next regular business meeting  July 6 th at 6:00 p.m. at the Nora Public Library